Mayor Bowser Releases the DC Build Back Better Infrastructure Task Force Report at the Launch of the Regional Street Smart Campaign

Thursday, November 17, 2022

Mayor Muriel Bowser released the DC Build Back Better Infrastructure Task Force report, which outlines key recommendations for how the District can use the more than $3 billion in funds coming to DC from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). The report also provides updates to the public on the task force’s work, including 17 project proposals. The recommendations will guide the District in planning and implementing transformative, equitable, sustainable, and achievable projects. Specific recommendations in the task force report include:

• Transforming the North Capitol Street corridor into an urban boulevard that is safer and more inviting for pedestrians and bicyclists.
• Redesigning the DC295/I-295 corridor to reconnect communities isolated by the dividing line of the highway and adjacent railroads.
• Ensuring a clean, healthy, and resilient environment by having District buildings go “net zero” and expanding recreational options along the Anacostia River.
• Preparing the District for a more technologically innovative future by expanding broadband infrastructure in Wards 5, 7, and 8.
• Setting up District residents for better paying jobs by creating new job training programs, like a Green Jobs Academy.
• Making sure procurement processes are as efficient as possible to maximize opportunities for District businesses to work on BIL projects

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