MCDOT

Bethesda

Crews Resurfacing Parklawn Drive in North Bethesda

By Cordell Pugh

This week (May 8th), Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) contractors began resurfacing Parklawn Drive in North Bethesda. Crews will be working on weekdays from 9AM to 4PM, resurfacing all lanes of Parklawn Drive between Randolph Road and the CSX Rail bridge (just East of Nebel Street).

Montgomery County-based M. Luis Construction Co., Inc. is performing the work. Crews will be removing the top layer of asphalt and paving a new asphalt surface on top of the existing base course. Work is expected to wrap up in June, as long as the weather cooperates, according to the Montgomery County Department of Transportation.

Go to Crews Resurfacing Parklawn Drive in North Bethesda Read more
MCDOT

Montgomery County Holiday Transportation Schedule for New Year’s Weekend, Saturday, Dec. 31, Through Monday, Jan. 2

By Patrick Herron

Per MCDOT: Below are the transportation-related schedule changes for the New Year’s holiday weekend, Saturday, Dec. 31, through Monday, Jan. 2:

View additional County holiday schedules here.

Go to Montgomery County Holiday Transportation Schedule for New Year’s Weekend, Saturday, Dec. 31, Through Monday, Jan. 2 Read more
Takoma Park

Temporary Closure of Takoma Park Bus Stop, Westbound on Philadelphia Avenue Near Cedar Avenue, Beginning Monday, Nov. 14

By Patrick Herron

Per MCDOT:

Beginning Monday, Nov. 14, the bus stop located Westbound on Philadelphia Avenue (bus stop #24859), near Ceder Avenue at the Takoma Park Community Center, will be temporarily closed for approximately one year for the Takoma Park Maryland Library reconstruction project. Riders will be directed to the next nearest stops at Maple Avenue and Philadelphia Avenue (F4 Metro bus) and Maple Avenue and Grant Avenue (17 Ride On bus).

Go to Temporary Closure of Takoma Park Bus Stop, Westbound on Philadelphia Avenue Near Cedar Avenue, Beginning Monday, Nov. 14 Read more
North Bethesda

Major Bicycle Safety Improvements Coming to MD 187 (Old Georgetown Rd) in North Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

“We appreciate the feedback from community members, elected officials and other stakeholders as we worked to make this vital corridor safer,” said MDOT Secretary James F. Ports, Jr.   “These improvements on Old Georgetown Road underscore our commitment to a safe, accessible and multimodal approach to our roadways.”

The safety improvements are part of the resurfacing project that began earlier this month. The overall project will be complete by the end of the year, weather permitting.

Go to Major Bicycle Safety Improvements Coming to MD 187 (Old Georgetown Rd) in North Bethesda Read more
MCDOT

Child and Adult Used Bicycles Can Be Donated at the Annual Department of Transportation Event on Friday, Oct. 14, in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

“This is a great way to help out your community,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. “Donate your unused or outgrown bicycles, and possibly change the quality of life for someone in need. Bicycles are great for recreation and can serve as a lifeline for residents and connect them to transit stops or destinations that would otherwise be just out of reach.”

Bicycles should be in good working condition or in need of only minor repairs. Rockville Bike Hub volunteers will refurbish the bikes and MCDOT will place them with low-income children and adults in the County through the MCDOT Bike Match Program or through the Rockville Terrific Kids program. MCDOT’s Bike Match program started in June 2020.

Go to Child and Adult Used Bicycles Can Be Donated at the Annual Department of Transportation Event on Friday, Oct. 14, in Rockville Read more
MCDOT

Montgomery County Residents Get a Chance to Win a $100 Gift Card by Taking the Ride On Reimagined Customer Satisfaction Survey

By Patrick Herron

The Ride On Reimagined study is a comprehensive, forward-looking assessment of the bus network that may result in significant recommended changes to how bus transit (including Ride On and Metrobus) operates in Montgomery County based on current and future needs. The related survey is a vital part of the Ride On Reimagined study. It will provide MCDOT with a clearer understanding of bus riders’ needs, impressions and transit experiences. MCDOT wants to learn what is being done well, and what areas need improvement. Feedback from the survey will lead to future investment in the Ride On bus network.

TAKE THE ONLINE SURVEY HERE.

Go to Montgomery County Residents Get a Chance to Win a $100 Gift Card by Taking the Ride On Reimagined Customer Satisfaction Survey Read more
MCDOT

‘Safe Routes to School’ Offers Opportunities to Montgomery County Residents and Schools to Improve Pedestrian Safety Around Schools

By Patrick Herron

Safe Routes To School is a nationally recognized program that aims to significantly improve safety for students who walk and bike to school. In Montgomery County, the SRTS program also combines a safer roads component to slow down drivers and build new pedestrian and bicycle safety treatments such as new crosswalks, and bump-outs at an intersection and add stop or yield signs

“As a former teacher, I understand the importance of and fully support the County’s commitment to ensuring the safety of our students,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. “As part of our Vision Zero efforts, we will continue to invest in sidewalks, bike paths and public safety staffing surrounding our schools. ​Our most recent budget reflects the County’s commitment, with the highest amount ever allocated toward making walks to school safer. We want to encourage our students who live close enough to be able to safely walk or bike to school by providing them with the necessary infrastructure and resources to keep them safe.”

Go to ‘Safe Routes to School’ Offers Opportunities to Montgomery County Residents and Schools to Improve Pedestrian Safety Around Schools Read more
MCDOT

Child and Adult Used Bicycles Can Be Donated at Annual Department of Transportation Event on Friday, Oct. 14, in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

MCDOT is sponsoring the collection of child and adult bikes in partnership with Rockville Bike Hub and Bikes for the World. From 7 a.m.-2 p.m. on Oct. 14, bikes will be collected (rain or shine) outside of the Montgomery County Council Office Building Garage at East Jefferson and Monroe street in Rockville.

Rockville Bike Hub volunteers will refurbish the bikes and MCDOT will place them with low-income children and adults in the County through the MCDOT Bike Match Program or through the Rockville Terrific Kids program.

Go to Child and Adult Used Bicycles Can Be Donated at Annual Department of Transportation Event on Friday, Oct. 14, in Rockville Read more
MCDOT

Montgomery County Ride On Bus Schedule to Have Changes on 24 Routes Beginning Sunday, Sept. 11

By Patrick Herron

“Ridership data and on-time performance are monitored regularly, and this service change focuses on raising reliability,” said MCDOT Director Chris Conklin. “Overall, service levels will remain within one percent of where we were. Most of our over 80 routes will not experience changes.”

Route changes include:

Go to Montgomery County Ride On Bus Schedule to Have Changes on 24 Routes Beginning Sunday, Sept. 11 Read more
View More Stories