The Week Ahead…& Some Photos from the Past Week

The Week Ahead…& Some Photos from the Past Week

by Larry Janezich

Posted June 23, 2024

Ribbon Cutting Reopens the Folger Library.  Folger Director Michael Witmore (left) and CM Charles Allen led the ribbon cutting on Friday morning, officially reopening the Folger Library after a four year, $80.5 million renovation.  A videotape of the entire ceremony is available here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1S4qaD_ZYiA&t=9s

Dame Karen Pierce, British Ambassador to the United States, reads an address from King Charles III.

The ceremony began with music from the Crush Funk Brass Band. 

In another venue on Friday night, the Rock Creek Kings kicked off a weekend commemoration of the anniversary of Eastern Market’s reopening after the 2007 fire.  The rock band brought a menu of classic rock & roll to the North Hall …

which brought a crowd to the market…

and despite record heat temperatures, happy feet to the dance floor.

 Over on Barracks Row, the past week brought a sign which revealed the name of the new medical cannabis outlet at 727 8^th Street: Miel Wellness.  The building was formerly the home Soul to Summit sports clothing outlet. 

The Week Ahead…

Monday, June 24

ANC6B Public Safety Committee holds a virtual meeting at 6:30pm. 

For info on how to join the meeting, go here:  https://anc6b.org/

Among items on the draft agenda:

• Action: Final Proposed Letter to the USAO Regarding Data Transparency.
• Informational Presentation: Presentation and discussion led by Anne Seymour (Resident Member, 6B04) and Network for Victim Recovery of DC (NVRDC) regarding victim rights and services.
• Discussion or Action (TBD): Input on or consideration of a Joint Resolution with ANCs in support of the full Implementation of the Gun Violence Reduction Strategic Plan.
• Community Partner Request for Support Announcements: Open forum for any community partner organizations in attendance to request support from the community.

ANC6A will hold a virtual meeting of the Community Outreach Committee at 7:00pm. 

For info on how to join the meeting, go here:  https://anc6a.org/community-calendar/  

Among items on the draft agenda:

• 11th Street Block Party recap.
• Reminder of Sunday morning cleanups on I Street.
• People’s Front of H Street group.
• Status of the Youth.
• Grant application from Maury PTO and Hill Family Biking for installation of crosswalk mural in 200 block of 13th Street NE at Tennessee Avenue, NE.
• July Meeting In Person.

Tuesday, June 25

ANC6B will hold a virtual Special Call Meeting for Planning and Zoning Committee Items at 6:30pm. 

For info on how to join the meeting, go here:  https://anc6b.org/  

Among items on the agenda:

• Motion to support Taco Bell’s Zoning Adjustment Application to permit a fast-food establishment use in an existing, attached, two-story commercial building on Barracks Row.
• Motion to support Historic Preservation Application for HPA 718 7th Street, SE, Project: Additions and alterations to an existing two-story structure.

ANC6B will hold a virtual Executive Committee Meeting at 7:00pm following the preceding Special Call meeting.

For info on how to join the meeting, go here:  https://anc6b.org/    

Agenda:  To set the agenda for the July 9^th monthly meeting of the full Commission.  Following this meeting a link will be available for the July 9th, Full Commission Meeting and the monthly agenda for all Committees and Taskforces.

Wednesday, June 26

Wednesday, June 26

ANC6B Transportation Committee will hold a virtual meeting a 7:00pm.  Note: This meeting date has been adjusted to avoid conflicts with holidays, religious days, or other events.

For info on how to join the meeting, go here:  https://anc6b.org/  

Among items on the draft agenda:

• DDOT Presentation on 8th St. Bus Priority Project.
• DDOT Presentation on Notice of Intent on New Jersey Ave & E Street SE Annual Safety Program.
• Capitol Hill BID Presentation on Memorial Bench for BID Ambassador, India Person.
• Committee Discussion on Parking Enforcement on 400 Block of 1st Street, SE.
• Committee Discussion on EV Charging Locations.

ANC7D Transportation and Public Space Committee will hold a virtual meeting at 6:30pm.

For info on how to join the meeting, go here:  https://dc-gov.zoom.us/j/89440900153?pwd=v0DaFwjUMbKxVW6d5blCb6NBpgtA5B.1  

And enter Password: anc7d

Among items on the draft agenda: 

• Update on trail alignment for the Kenilworth Park South Connector of the Anacostia River Trail (David Balick, Trail Planner, DDOT)
• Arts in the Right of Way Ground Mural Installation (AROW) at Intersection of 15th and Constitution NE (Kimberly Vacca, Public Space Activation Coordinator, DDOT)
• Further Discussion about Alley Naming Suggestions for 16/17 & E Capitol & A NE – Squarw 1084

Thursday, June 27

ANC 6C Grants Committee Meeting will hold a virtual meeting at 7:30pm. 

For info on how to join the meeting, go here:  https://anc6c.org/hot-topics/

Agenda:  TBA

Capitol Hill Corner would also like you to know about:

Friday, June 8

• Friday Night Live at Eastern Market Metro Plaza presents Too Much Talent Band from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.