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Stewart Schwartz

@stewartcsg.bsky.social
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Executive Director, Coalition for Smarter Growth, www.smartergrowth.net; Navy Veteran; believer in democracy, sustainable, inclusive, walkable communities & fighting climate change

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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 11h
That is indeed terrible. Have you reached out to GRTC when those issues happen? Another challenge for many transit agencies not mentioned in my earlier reply to @murden.bsky.social is a severe driver shortage.
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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 12h
Cause is underfunding of transit in Virginia and Richmond region. Not helpful that VCU has withdrawn its funding. So tradeoffs for service have to be made by GRTC. We all need to campaign for more transit funding.
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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 12h
Richmond’s Bus Rapid Transit doing its job for commuters and VCU med students. Full articulated bus running every 10 mins. I’m taking it to @vdot board meeting to make the case for prioritizing funding for transit/walk/biike, transit-oriented development & fix-it-first investments. @betterdcregion
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Washington Area Bicyclist Association @waba.org · 10/10/2026
What are YOUR transportation priorities for DC's next mayor & council? Share your thoughts at an October 18 public forum especially for bike, walking & transit advocates. RSVP at waba.org/event/transpoforum. @betterdcregion.bsky.social @ggwash.org
Transportation priorities forum graphic.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Pizza, great company, a cool venue, and an inspiring speaker – these are just a few of our favorite things about the upcoming Smart Growth Social. October 21, 2026, 6:30–9 p.m. Grab your tickets and join us: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
📢 WEBINAR ALERT: Shape the future of Montgomery County 📢 On Monday, Oct. 5, join MoCo Planning staff and local advocates for updates on current and upcoming master plans and a discussion about how local advocacy makes a difference! 0/5, 6 p.m. via Zoom RSVP: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
The Northwest Branch Trail sign. Photo credit: Montgomery Planning.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Ready for a night out? Join friends, neighbors, urbanists, and community leaders at CSG’s Smart Growth Social for an evening of great pizza, drinks, and connection! Oct. 21, 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 Includes 🍕, an open bar, and soft drinks Don’t miss it: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...
Highlights from past SGS parties. Photo credits: Marco Sanchez, Hugh KennyHighlights from past SGS parties. Photo credits: Marco Sanchez, Hugh Kenny
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
🎉Alexandria's draft Duke Street Land Use Plan is released tomorrow! Join us at the celebration and open house tomorrow, Sept. 29, 7 p.m., to get a first look at what's in the plan, ask questions, and grab free BBQ & cake! Learn more: www.smartergrowth.net/virginia/cel...
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Celebrate release of draft Duke Street plan! - Coalition For Smarter Growth
The City of Alexandria will be releasing the draft Duke Street Land Use Plan next week! Join their celebration and open house on September 29 from 7-9 p.m. to get a first-look at what's in the plan.
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Seth Grimes @sethgrimes.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Cheryl Cort @cherylcort.bsky.social from the Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social testified for transit investment as part of RFK Campus development.
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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
We are lucky to have elected officials who work regionally for better transit and transit-accessible communities. I’m attending the monthly NVTC @novatransit.bsky.social meeting to hear exciting updates on the Route 7 bus rapid transit, VRE, etc Members include local officials & state legislators
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
nats season is over but metro is forever ❤️
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Bryn Davidson - Lanefab @lanefab.com · 01/10/2026
This is the "Three/Four" - an accessible passive house 9 plex that could work citywide within existing R1 zones. To work it would need: 1. Remove (or) increase the unit cap beyond 6 units 2. Increase max height ~3m 3. Increase building depth (but keep the same lot coverage) 4. Remove density fees
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Excited to have @yonahfreemark.com as our featured speaker at Smart Growth Social on Oct. 21! As one of the nation’s leading urban policy experts, Yonah will share key insights on transit, housing, and smart growth. Don’t miss it! RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...
We are excited to have Yonah Freemark as our featured guest speaker at this year’s Smart Growth Social on October 21!
October 21, 6:30–9 p.m.
Eastern Market
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
When we talk about missing middle housing, we usually talk about the design, layout, look, and affordability. But did you know it’s good for the environment too? Watch our reel to see why, and stay tuned to find out how you can help:
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DC YIMBYs @dcyimbys.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The mayor has proposed a bill to build housing and a new library in Chevy Chase. DC YIMBYs and our partners at @betterdcregion.bsky.social, Ward 3 Vision, and WIN support this bill. Tell your CM to support the Chevy Chase Disposition Approval Act (B26-0801). www.smartergrowth.net/news-parent/...
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Release: Chevy Chase affordable housing supporters urge DC council to act on long-debated mixed-income housing proposal - Coalition For Smarter Growth
For Immediate Release September 22, 2026 Contact: Cheryl Cort, cheryl@smartergrowth.net Chevy Chase affordable housing supporters urge DC council to act on long-debated mixed-income housing proposal T...
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Our Tysons Fall happy hour is around the corner! Gather with us to enjoy the cooler weather and learn about how you can take part in exciting campaigns to foster more walkable, transit-oriented communities. Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m. Shipgarten RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/_NtNJ5B7VkOL...
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Tysons Fall Happy Hour
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Rep. James Walkinshaw @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Trump has launched waves of attacks against federal workers. Now he wants to freeze their pay after prices climbed 3.4% in a year. That's a pay cut. Plain and simple. The Federal Workforce Caucus led 110 lawmakers demanding federal workers get the 4.1% they deserve.
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Jon Cooper @joncooper-us.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
CSG was proud to co-sponsor the Equitable Transit-Oriented Development Summit, hosted by the National Center for Smart Growth. Housing + Transit = Stronger, more equitable communities.
Carrie Kisicki and Stewart Schwartz at the Affordable and Connected Communities Summit CSG's Stewart Schwartz with our friends and colleague at the Summit
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Mark your calendars! 🍂 CSG’s annual Smart Growth Social returns to Eastern Market on Oct 21. Join 200+ urbanists & advocates & hear from keynote speaker @yonahfreemark.com on zoning, transit & housing! Oct 21, 6:30 p.m. Eastern Market Grab your ticket today: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...
Our exciting guest speaker this year is Yonah Freemark of the Urban Institute! Yonah is a nationally recognized expert on housing, land use, and transportation. In the past year alone, Yonah and his partners at Urban Institute have tackled policy solutions for the affordability crisis, the links between zoning reform and housing supply, the transit funding crisis, and the future of transit-oriented development in American cities.Scenes from Smart Growth Social 2024. Credit: Marco Sanchez. Scenes from Smart Growth Social 2024. Credit: Marco Sanchez.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Interested in Northern Virginia’s urban planning, housing, and transit initiatives? Join us on 9/29 for an autumn evening at Shipgarten. Whether you are a professional in the land use space or a local resident, come find out how to get in on the action: secure.everyaction.com/_NtNJ5B7VkOL...

Event Details:

Date & Time: Tuesday, September 29 at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Shipgarten Bier Hall Tent (7581 Colshire Drive, McLean, VA)
Transit: Walking distance from the McLean Metro Station (Silver Line)
Perks: Happy hour deals, food, and high-impact local advocacy networking

Whether you are a professional in the land use space or a passionate local resident, come find out how to get in on the action.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
The new Wheaton Plan has kicked off, and now is a great time to start weighing in on what matters most to you. Join CSG & @montgomery4all.bsky.social on 9/24 to talk with neighbors about your vision for the future of Wheaton & chat with MoCo planners. RSVP: secure.everyaction.com/_3j0pVhCkkGM...
Photo credit: “Wheaton mural” by James H., CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 via Flickr
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Want a free ticket to our Smart Growth Social on October 21? We’re looking for a few awesome volunteers to lend their time and talent to support our team on the night of the event! Pitch in and enjoy the party on us! Fill out our volunteer form: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
A group of our dedicated volunteers at the check-in table at SGS 2024. Credit: Marco Sanchez.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Earlier this week, the Baltimore County Council held a hearing on pursuing a Transit-Oriented Development designation for Lutherville Station. This project has been years in the making and represents a huge opportunity to add new homes and businesses right next to the light rail.
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Testimony: Support for Lutherville Station TOD Designation (Baltimore County) - Coalition For Smarter Growth
Transit-connected, walkable communities are highly desirable to many people—and that makes transit, and the land around it, a valuable asset that Baltimore County can better leverage for public benefi...
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
⏰ Action Alert! ⏰ Email the Montgomery County Planning Board to support the Friendship Heights Sector Plan Update by tomorrow at noon. It's easy with our advocacy form ⬇️
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Weigh in on the Friendship Heights Sector Plan!
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Got thoughts on the future of Duke Street in Alexandria? The deadline to share feedback on the Duke Street Land Use Plan draft recommendations is September 15! www.smartergrowth.net/take-action/...
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ACTION ALERT: What do you think of the Duke Street recommendations? - Coalition For Smarter Growth
The deadline to provide feedback on the draft recommendations for the Duke Street Land Use Plan has been extended to September 15.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
We talk a lot about what missing middle housing is, but how does it really benefit a community? Follow our 🎥 series to learn more:
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
If you ❤️ housing near Metro, take two minutes to support new homes right near transit, safer places to bike and walk, and vibrant places to shop and hang out in Friendship Heights. Take action now: secure.everyaction.com/Ry3nBmN00Ea8...
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Mark your calendars! CSG’s annual Smart Growth Social returns to Eastern Market on Oct 21. Join 200+ urbanists & advocates & hear from keynote speaker @yonahfreemark.com on zoning, transit & housing! Oct 21, 6:30 p.m. Eastern Market Grab your ticket today: secure.everyaction.com/apHxrvXb5UKp...
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Carrie Kisicki @cmkisicki.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Planning Board hearings on the Friendship Heights Sector Plan Update are Sept. 10th and 14th! Are you ready? ⬇️
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A more welcoming + sustainable future for Friendship Heights, MD - Coalition For Smarter Growth
Send a message to the Planning Board today to let them know you support a plan that realizes the full potential of a more sustainable, welcoming, and transit-oriented Friendship Heights.
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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Another video from our @betterdcregion.bsky.social team! Join us in supporting more homes and a vibrant community at Friendship Heights Metro! www.instagram.com/reel/Dc4UG23...
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Coalition for Smarter Growth on Instagram: "If you ❤️ housing near Metro, take two minutes to support new homes right near transit, safer places to bike and walk, and vibrant places to shop and hang o...
3 likes, 0 comments - betterdcregion on September 4, 2026: "If you ❤️ housing near Metro, take two minutes to support new homes right near transit, safer places to bike and walk, and vibrant places to...
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Rep. James Walkinshaw @repwalkinshaw.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Metro connects communities across the region and is a lifeline for so many people who live and work here. Today, I rode the Silver Line with WMATA General Manager Randy Clarke to talk about Metro’s critical role in our region’s continued success.
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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Say yes to transit-oriented development! Thank you to @cmkisicki.bsky.social on our team @betterdcregion.bsky.social & our partners @cmtalliance.bsky.social www.instagram.com/reel/Dc4Gj_M...
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
🏡 Accessory homes offer flexible, affordable living, but Fairfax County’s proposed rules still keep them out of reach for most residents. Last chance to act! Take 2 minutes to send an email to Fairfax officials today and demand sensible ALU policies: link in the comments.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We talk about master plans a lot, but what do they actually mean for your community? Watch to find out 👇
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Yonah Freemark @yonahfreemark.com · 24/08/2026
Why do Republicans in Washington often seem so hostile to funding public transit? One key explanation: Transit commuting is just much, much more common in areas that vote Democratic than areas that vote Republican, and it's been true for decades. www.thetransportpolitic.com/databook/pol...
Share of workers commuting by transit vs. Democratic share of the presidential vote in 2024.Average share of commuters using transit to get to work, by presidential vote margin in 2024.
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Yonah Freemark @yonahfreemark.com · 25/08/2026
Turns out when you add bus lanes you can massively improve transit quality and speed! [Live footage from Seattle! For reference: seattletransitblog.com/2025/07/12/r...
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The War on Cars @thewaroncars.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
"It’s amazing how I’m able to ride around on a bike. People kind of see it’s me but since I’m on a bike, they think, ‘No, it’s not her.’ And by the time they realize it’s me, I’m already gone. It’s great to do something normal every day. It keeps me grounded.” - Beyoncé
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Urban Cycling Institute @urbancyclinginstitute.org · 24/08/2026
🤯 A car-free car racing event? Sounds impossible! In the Netherlands last weekend, nearly all of the 110,000 fans attending the #Formula1 #GrandPrix arrived by bike or public transit. Cars were practically banned. Ironic to say this: but it's a masterclass in sustainable mega-event planning.
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Yonah Freemark @yonahfreemark.com · 19/08/2026
In June 2026, most large urban areas experienced substantially lower transit ridership than in June 2019. They're still suffering from the Covid slump. The exceptions, where transit ridership has essentially recovered: —Seattle —Salt Lake —San Diego www.thetransportpolitic.com/databook/us-...
Transit ridership by urban area, comparing per-capita levels in June 2026 vs. June 2019, for urban areas with at least 1 million residents.
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Yonah Freemark @yonahfreemark.com · 19/08/2026
Electric vehicles are taking the world by storm…. Except in a few countries like the US, where they’re losing market share. www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
Electric vehicle market share Electric vehicle market share by country
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Yonah Freemark @yonahfreemark.com · 20/08/2026
The cohort of counties with the greatest support for Harris in 2024 presidential race had highest % of people commuting by transit, walking or biking. Inverse was true for counties with the strongest support for Trump, where driving to work predominated. www.thetransportpolitic.com/databook/pol...
Share of commuters traveling to work by transit, walking, or biking, by presidential vote margin in 2024.Share of commuters traveling to work by driving alone, by presidential vote margin in 2024.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
🏆 The votes are in! Congratulations to Zan Shah, winner of the People-Centered Communities category in VCN's 2026 Photo Contest. CSG sponsored this category to celebrate the joy of walkable places that let people choose to drive less and connect more. Learn more: vcnva.org/virginia-con...
A colorful photo of many people walking in the street next to tented booths during the Leesburg, VA Flower and Garden festival.
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
We're hiring! CSG is looking for candidates passionate about sustainable, equitable, transit-connected communities to join our team in two open positions. Learn more and apply today at smartergrowth.net/jobs.
A graphic with CSG's logo at the top says: Work with us! Baltimore County TOD Organizer. It directs people to visit smartergrowth.net/jobs. In the background is a photo of a Baltimore light rail vehicle.A graphic with CSG's logo at the top says: Work with us! Communications Intern. It directs people to visit smartergrowth.net/jobs. In the background is a photo of people in a bookstore sitting around tables cutting pictures from magazines for collages.
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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Attending a great conference: VA Chapter of the American Planning Association in Danville, Va, a historic city working on revitalization. Inspired by our urban planners & their commitment to more walkable, vibrant communities! @abigailspanberger.com @virginiamercury.com @vpm.org @wvtf.bsky.social
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
🚲🚨Bike adventure alert! Last weekend, @cmkisicki.bsky.social hopped on her bike + Metro to Kenilworth Gardens for the Lotus and Water Lily Festival🪷 The park is one of DC’s many gems accessible by transit + trail, and it was full of life during the festival. What’s your latest DC bike adventure?
You have free will! You can take a little bike ride to look and birds and lotus blossoms.Carrie is catching her reflection Bike + transit = winningLillies in bloom
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Not a single-family home, not an apartment tower, but something in between. Let’s talk about Missing Middle Housing! What is it and why is it missing? Watch the video and stick around to learn more!
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Coalition for Smarter Growth @betterdcregion.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
ACTION ALERT: This office campus can become a transit-oriented community Line. However, as the project faces strong opposition (and even a lawsuit) from neighbors, it needs your help to move forward. Take 5 min to email the Montgomery County Planning Board and speak up for new homes near Metro.
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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
The GM talked about the Red Line bus bridge which is improving. Great to see the dedicated bus lanes on Wisconsin Avenue to speed the buses! Let’s make them permanent!
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Stewart Schwartz @stewartcsg.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
GM Randy Clarke @wmatagm.bsky.social & his team shared exciting news about modernization to match the latest European subway technology & described how they are handling record ridership on big events like July 4th.
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