“This issue of the homeless encampment has been a true nightmare for the community for over the past 6 months. The illegally parked black van is operational per the owner and that, plus what appears to be a trash collection business that is run without a license from DCRA has been brought to the attention of the Deputy Mayors Office of Human Services in numerous emails without any response…. After speaking with the homeless gentleman that resides at this location, it’s extremely sad that he feels he is not getting sufficient support or resources from the Encampment Unit or Community Connections….” Phillips-Gilbert went on to question both the process by which this occupation of public space was declared an encampment and the lack of engagement by city agencies. In a conversation with the owner/occupant of the vehicle, she stressed that she was trying to get assistance for him from city agencies and told him that nearby residents are anxious about safety issues. She added that the proximity of a day care center has heightened anxiety of parents regarding the safety of their children.
Sunday morning, contractors started putting up the security fence around the U.S. Capitol. U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger issued the following statement today.
“In light of the upcoming State of the Union Address, and the possibility of demonstrations in the next couple of weeks, we have been working closely with our federal, state and local law enforcement partners on a security plan to prevent any disruption to the important work of Congress. Out of an abundance of caution, and in conjunction with the United States Secret Service, a plan has been approved to put up the inner-perimeter fence around the Capitol building for the State of the Union Address. I have also requested support from outside law enforcement agencies as well as the National Guard to assist with our security precautions. We will continue to update the community about any information that may impact the roads around Capitol Hill.” Manger also released a list of road closures for the State of the Union address on March 1, and said these are the same road closures the US Capitol Police has had in the past and are not related to the potential truck and vehicle convoys.
The Week Ahead…and Some Photos from the Past Week or So
by Larry Janezich
Posted February 27, 2022
Monday, February 28
ANC 6A Community Outreach Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
For info on how to join the meeting, go here: https://anc6a.org/community-calendar/
Among items on the draft agenda:
- Report on Rosedale Gift Baskets Grant – Elder Sarah Bell
- Hill Hounds – Danielle Yates, Katherine Wynne
- Black Swan Academy – Sela Gebrechirstos (they/them), Ceon Dubose (all pronouns)
- Redistricting – Commissioner Brian Alcorn (6A08)
Tuesday, March 1
Ward 6 Redistricting Task Force will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
Go here to register to join the meeting: https://bit.ly/3JXePxG
Agenda:
- To consider amendments to the initial draft map of new ANC and Single Member Districts.
ANC6B Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
For info on how to join the meeting, go here: https://anc6b.org/
Among items on the draft agenda:
- 119 6th Street, SE. Zoning Adjustment Application – Special Exception to construct a rear, two-story addition to an existing, detached, two-story principal dwelling unit.
- 1307 South Carolina Avenue, SE. Zoning Adjustment Application. Special Exception to construct a rear deck addition to an attached, three-story principal dwelling unit.
- 344 14th Street, SE. Zoning Adjustment Application. Special Exception to construct third story and rear addition to an existing, attached, two-story principal dwelling unit.
- 1500 D Street, SE. Zoning Adjustment Application. Special Exception to construct a second story, rear addition to an existing, semi-detached, two-story principal dwelling unit.
- 321 D Street, SE. Historic Preservation Application. Concept: Construct a rear three-story addition; add a partial third floor on the existing house and renovate the existing house.
- ANC 6B Request to Mail Notice of Intent to File a Map Amendment to Rezone 1323 E Street, SE, from PDR-1 to RA-2.
Wednesday, March 2
ANC6B Transportation Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
For info on how to join the meeting, go here: https://anc6b.org/
Among items on the draft agenda;
- Resolution on Reckless Driving in DC – Resident Member John Ten Hoeve.
- Notice of Intent on Raised Walk at Cady’s Way & D Street, SE.
- Request to DDOT to Implement Resident Only Parking Near the Reopened Safeway – Commissioner Holman.
- Walk Without Worry Amendment Act (Bill 21-0566) – Commissioner Horn.
- Safe Routes to School Expansion Amendment Act (Bill 21-0565) – Commissioner Horn.
ANC 6C Planning, Zoning, and Economic Development Committee
For information on how to join the meeting, go here: https://bit.ly/3hpDjTW
Among items on the draft agenda:
- 103 4th Street, NE. Historic Preservation Application. Concept: to add second story to existing one-story rear addition.
- 634 East Capitol Street, NE. Historic Preservation Application. Concept: to construct two-story addition plus roof deck at rear.
- 931 5th Street, NE. Zoning Adjustment Application. Special Exception to construct a third-story rear addition and penthouse to and existing attached two story principle dwelling unit.
(Postponed from February 23) Eastern Market Community Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
To join the meeting, go here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89702543609?pwd=ZE9LbUJIdkdaV05OcnUrWm9kQ2F1QT09
Meeting ID: 897 0254 3609
Passcode: 750153
Among items on the draft agenda:
- Report of the Chair
- Report of the Market Manager
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- Financial Report
- Implementation of the Strategic Plan
- HVAC
- Leases
- Eastern Market Main Street
- Signage
- Marketing and Promotions
- Testimony at DGS oversight hearing
- Capital Improvements Report: Monte Edwards:
- HVAC Report
- Tenant’s Council Report: Anita Jefferson
Three Generations of Survivors: Stories of the Holocaust. Virtual presentation, 8:00pm – 9:15pm
Register here: https://bit.ly/359n6A3
- How does the Holocaust continue to affect its survivors and frame our thinking today? Join Hill Havurah members Peter Stein (a survivor of the Holocaust), Kim Fellner and Laurie Solnik (the children of survivors), and Dan Rogger (the grandchild of a survivor) for an evening of memory, reflection, and looking forward.
- These speakers will share their perspectives and help us explore. We’ll have a chance to hear from each of our speakers and ask them questions.
Thursday, March 3
ANC6B Alcohol Beverage Control Committee holds a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
For info on how to join the meeting, go here: https://anc6b.org/
Among items on the draft agenda:
- 1102 8th Street, SE. Taco City DC. Application for substantial change to a Retailer’s Class “CT” Tavern License – Request for a Sidewalk Café with 12 seats.
ANC 6C Transportation and Public Space Committee is scheduled to hold a virtual meeting at 7:00pm.
Agenda not available at press time.
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