Two opportunities are coming up to learn about the Fort Totten extension to the Metropolitan Branch Trail (MBT) and give feedback.  Design is underway to extend the MBT from Brookland to Takoma.  The new section will run along the railroad tracks from Bates Road to Fort Totten metro station, then along First Place NE, Riggs Road NE, First Street NE, and Blair Road NW.

1. March 21, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm DDOT and ANC 4B are hosting a public open house on the extension.

Location: MPD 4th District Headquarters (6001 Georgia Ave NW)

2. March 23, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm DDOT and ANC 4B team up again before ANC 4B’s regular public meeting to give the public a chance to view the plans.

Location: MPD 4th District Headquarters (6001 Georgia Ave NW)

The Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) is also hosting an informal happy hour on March 19 at Simple Bar & Grill in Brightwood to build community support for the extension.  RSVP here.

More information about the MBT and the proposed design is available on the MBT website. Comments and requests for information may be directed to jim.sebastian@dc.gov.