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#1016

From: mcginnfamily@...
Date: Sun Feb 1, 2009 8:48 pm
Subject: ECA Meeting Monday

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Subject: ECA Meeting Monday

ECKINGTON CIVIC ASSOCIATION MEETING AGENDA

Monday February 2nd 2009
7pm at the Harry Thomas Sr. Community Center

1. 7pm Welcome, sign in and sign up. ECA annual dues are nine dollars per person, senior citzen dues are seven dollars. Everyone is welcome to take part in ECA meetings, but only paid members may vote on ECA matters. Review of minutes from Jan.

2. Our first guest speaker of the evening will be Alice Thompson, the Mayor's Community Outreach Coordinator for Ward 5. Alice and the Core Team which is comprised of several DC Government Agencies such as: DPW, DCRA, DOH Vector, and the Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS) will be conducting a sweep of the area Monday morning.

3. Our second guest speaker will be Deborah Crain, Neighborhood Planning Coordinator for Ward 5. Deborah will share plans for our corner of the Ward .

4. President's Report:
a) Murder of Ms. Culver on S Street, NE
b) Group homes, Half Way houses and the good neighbor approach to positive working relationships with incoming service providers.
c) DCPS rule changes and how they will impact school choice for local parents.

5. ANC 5C02 update from Commissioner Pinkney

6. By-Law Committee's Report

7.Treasurer's Report, Charlene McCullers and Steve Rrynecki were awarded funding from ANC5C to compile a history of Eckington. This is a ECA supported project and if time permits they can share the scope and goals.

8. North Capitol Street Firehouse Restaurant and Brian Brown's recent status report. Will we see a restaurant at that location?

9. All other committee reports

10. Planning our next meeting, We need volunteers to pass out flyers every month please sign up.

We all bring a point of view and passion to community meetings. Everyone wants a chance to speak their mind. Please keep our meeting civil, personal attacks are not permitted. The Chair will call on people in turn to speak and will try to afford everyone time to express their views. We only have 2 hours so if needed the Chair will close a topic to move the agenda.

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#1017

From: "Robert Vinson Brannum" <rbrannum@...>
Date: Sun Feb 1, 2009 10:54 pm
Subject: "Young Women's Political Leadership Program"

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FYI

Young Women’s Political Leadership Program:
15-19 July 2009 Washington, DC

Application deadline: 16 February 2009

The Young Women’s Political Leadership Program encourages high school girls to channel their leadership into politics. Running Start is hosting its second annual program this July to train high school girls in political leadership skills and to plant the seed that they should run for office. Fifty girls chosen for their leadership potential from around the country will come to Washington, DC for this exciting program. The girls are chosen from public, charter and private schools and we pride ourselves on recruiting a diverse group of young women to attend our program. The program is entirely free of charge, and travel scholarships are available.

The program, which takes place at American University over 4 days and 3 nights, allows the participants to meet extraordinary women leaders of diverse backgrounds and to learn about the importance of having more women in political leadership and of running for office themselves. They learn by doing through the highly interactive sessions. By the end of the summer retreat, they will have gained confidence in their own leadership abilities, and be ready to bring their leadership to their schools and communities. The girls learn about political leadership by working with inspirational women leaders, including Congresswomen and other elected officials and leaders in business, media and the law.

The program trains the girls in important skills necessary for political leadership including:

· Public Speaking and Presentation: Students will learn how to structure a speech and adjust to an audience, as well as learning and practicing the importance of posture, tone and answering post-speech questions.

· Advocacy: Students will learn the art of persuasive speaking and will practice basic debate and advocacy.

· Persuasive Writing: Students will learn critical thinking skills that correlate to the kinds of applications necessary in advocacy and politics. The girls will examine campaign materials, floor speeches, as well as grammatical and literary tactics that are often incorporated into successful persuasive writing.

· Campaigning: As a culmination of the program, the students will create a campaign for themselves tying in the aspects learned from the workshops throughout the leadership program, and they will give campaign speeches to the class and their parents.

The goal is to create political leadership programs for high school girls across the US, so that young women can learn the value of political participation and the importance of their leadership in this area.

        This program also builds self-esteem...they do not need to be interested in politics to be chosen to attend!

            COST:              The program is entirely FREE of charge, and travel scholarships are available to sophomores, juniors and seniors!

            Running Start is accepting applications for their 2009 Young Woman's Political Leadership Retreat. Please share with teachers

and encourage any high school girls you know to apply!!!

WHAT: Running Start encourages high school girls from across the country to channel their leadership into politics. Participants

will meet extraordinary women leaders of diverse backgrounds and learn the importance of having more women in political leadership

and running for office. EVEN if the girls are not interested in politics, this is a great program way for them to build self-esteem, practice public speaking and learn to collaborate with other young women.

WHO:              Open to rising sophomores, juniors and seniors in high school

WHERE:          American University, Washington D.C.

WHEN:            15-19 July 2009 (no applications will be accepted after 16 February 2009)

COST:              The program is entirely FREE of charge, and travel scholarships are available.

APPLY ONLINE:   http://www.runningstartonline.org/leadership-program/index.php

Robert

Robert Vinson Brannum

Chairman, 5^th District Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc.

1^st Vice-President, Bloomingdale Civic Association, Inc.

1^st Vice-President DC Federation of Civic Associations, Inc.

Chairman, Education Committee, DC Federation of Civic Associations, Inc.

Vice President, Ward 5 Council on Education

Assistant Recording Secretary, Ward 5 Democrats

202-256-8452

202-328-7611 fax

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#1018

From: "mhenderson797" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Mon Feb 2, 2009 1:42 pm
Subject: Clean -up of a vacant lot on the 1700 block of Lincoln Road, NE

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Posted by: "Thompson, Alice (EOM)" Alice.Thompson@...
Sat Jan 31, 2009 7:48 pm (PST)

Good Evening All,

Monday, February 2nd @ 9:00AM there will be a clean -up of a vacant
lot on the 1700 block of Lincoln Road, NE. Additionally, graffiti
will be remove on Lincoln Road from R St. NE up to Lincoln Rd, NE
(depending on the weather).

Additionally, we will conduct a compliance check in the rear alley of
Lincoln Road and the Unit block of R Street, NE

Additionally, an illegal dumping was removed behind the rear of 1700
Lincoln Rd. NE.

Also, I informed the Flea Market Store on No. Capitol Street, NE that
he could not place his merchandise in public space.

All merchandise was removed from public space. This action
immediately improved this area.

If there are any other concerns, please contact me @
alice.thompson@...

For those that would like to join the Core Team, which is comprised
of several DC Government Agencies such as: DPW, DCRA, DOH Vector, and
the Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS)Monday
@ 9:30AM.

Many Thanks,

Alice

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#1019

From: khenderson029@...
Date: Mon Feb 2, 2009 3:56 pm
Subject: Passing of Richard Woodlee

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Good Afternoon All:

Please join me in offering condolences to Yolanda Woodlee and her son Ryan and extended family, regarding the passing of her husband Richard Woodlee. Yolanda frequently focused her journalistic talent on issues that affected Ward 5 citizens as a staff writer for the Washington Post. She really misses Ward 5 and would greatly appreciate your words of comfort and kind embrace during this time of mourning.

Richard Woodlee had a fatal heart attack on January 29, 2009. Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home, located at 11800 New Hampshire Avenue in Silver Spring, MD, will conduct a viewing for family and friends today, February 2, 2009, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Yolanda and son Ryan Woodlee will receive family and friends afterwards for a repast at their home, located at 10302 Nolcrest Drive, Silver Spring, MD (around the corner from the funeral home). Richard will be funeralized in his home city Louisville, Kentucky on Friday.

Please pass this message on to your friends and neighbors.

Sincerely,

Kathy Henderson

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#1020

From: "mhenderson797" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Mon Feb 2, 2009 9:48 pm
Subject: Residents-Only Meeting on the Development of theMcMillan Sand Filtration Site

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Medhi, Tony & Don:  Residents-Only Meeting on the Development of
theMcMillan Sand Filtration Site -- Tuesday, 2/3/2009

See this message from Bloomingdale residents Mehdi Mansouri & Don
McKinnon and Pleasant Plains resident Tony Norman:

Neighbors-Only Meeting on McMillan Megasite


Mehdi Mansouri, Tony Norman and Don McKinnon would like to invite any
interested neighbors to an informal meeting on Tuesday, February 3rd
at the home of Don McKinnon:


2429 First Street, NW
(corner of First and Channing)


This meeting is for neighbors only.  The purpose of the meeting is to
get organized for the developer's two-hour meeting on Saturday the
7th.


We are very interested in folks that are familiar with: property
deeds, Federal and DC environmental laws and regulations, Federal and
DC transportation laws and regulations, and basics of urban design.


We are also very interested in anyone familiar with the Zoning
Commission, and especially anyone who knows anyone on the Zoning
Commission.  We are also interested in recruiting some folks to knock
on  doors for an hour or two.


Most importantly, we want to be able to have a productive discussion
without the supervision of the Bethesda-based development team.


Again, neighbors only.  Hope you can make it. We will have light
refreshments.  BYOB.

Space is limited. Please rsvp as soon as possible.



Please rsvp to Don McKinnon at don @ dcmatters.com .

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#1021

From: mcginnfamily@...
Date: Mon Feb 2, 2009 11:34 pm
Subject: Mayor Fenty's Fix it Team

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From: mcginnfamily@...
To: eckington@yahoogroups.com; EdgewoodDC@...; Alice.Thompson@...; Bbrown@...; drdee777@...
Sent: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 5:16 pm
Subject: Mayor Fenty's Fix it Team

Hi Everyone,

This morning I joined Alice Thompson and the Core Team, which is comprised of several DC Government Agencies such as: DPW, DCRA, DOH Vector, and the Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS) in a walking tour of some of the streets in Eckington. The Core Team was accompanied by a garbage truck, bulk trash truck, street sweeper, graffiti removal truck and a dozen hard working DPW workers armed with racks and shovels. The alleys north and south of R street ne, and between Quincy and Q street were cleaned today. Graffiti was removed along Lincoln road and a vacant lot was clean at 1700 Lincoln Rd. The Core Team fanned out to survey possible code violations. Warnings and possible tickets with fines will follow. Brain Brown join us to open his property along the north alley of R street Ne for inspection. Brain is working with the team to correct any issues on his land. An action plan with a time line will be used to make sure needed repairs happen. The Flea Market is permitted to use 4 feet of the side walk starting at the building edge going out towards the street. The owner moved his items back. The goal is not to put anyone out of business, everyone needs to play by the rules. During the alley inspection my garage was found to need a new door, I have two weeks or else. Alice and her team are tough but fair.

we all work together, ted mcginn

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#1022

From: Sally Hobaugh <sally_hobaugh@...>
Date: Tue Feb 3, 2009 3:04 pm
Subject: Edgewood Monthly Clean-up THIS Saturday

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Hi,

I hope that everyone is enjoying their weeks.

The third clean-up will be this Saturday, February 7th meeting at the Edgewood Rec Center at 10:30 a.m (corner of 3rd and Evarts). Trash bags and gloves will be provided and depending on the number of people that show we can divide up the Edgewood area.

We have not had more than 5 people show up thus far but we have been able to collect about 8-10 bags of trash in a couple of hours. The more we have the more area we can cover.

The clean-ups will continue the same time and location on the first Saturday of every month.

I hope to see everyone there!!

Take care,

Sally

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#1023

From: "abaltren" <abaltren@...>
Date: Tue Feb 3, 2009 6:51 pm
Subject: DC Prep -- Now Enolling PreSchool-8th Grade for 2009-10

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DC Prep is now accepting applications for the 2009-10 School Year!

An award-winning public charter school, DC Prep serves PreSchool-8^th grade with a dual focus on rigorous academics and character education ensuring that our graduates have the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary for success in competitive high schools and college.

DC Prep is free and open to all Washington, DC students.

Come to an Open House to find out more about our campuses, curriculum, and application process.

Edgewood Campuses (PreSchool-8^th grade) � limited spaces available in 6^th-8^th grades

Meet in the Elementary Campus � 707 Edgewood Street NE

Wednesdays, February 4, 11, 18, and 25 @ 9:00am

Wednesday, February 18^th @ 5:15pm

Benning Elementary Campus (PreSchool � Kindergarten)

100 41^st Street NE

Fridays, February 6 and 20 @ 9:00am

Thursday, February 5 @ 5:15pm

Apply any time at WWW.DCPREP.ORG, or come fill out an application at Open House.

DC Prep is a public charter school, free and open to all students in Washington, DC on a space-available basis.

If the number of applications received by March 31, 2009 exceeds the spaces available, a lottery will be held on April 2, 2009. Applications received after March 31, 2009 will be placed on the waiting list on a `first come, first served' basis, and enrolled according to the waiting list.

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#1024

From: "Michael J. Henderson" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Wed Feb 4, 2009 12:37 pm
Subject: Reminder: Most Endangered Nominations are Due Friday, February 6, 2009

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Amanda McDonald

Events and Administrative Manager

DC Preservation League

401 F Street NW, Suite 324

Washington, DC 20001

(t)202.783.5144

(f)202.783.5596

DC PRESERVATION LEAGUE ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR

MOST ENDANGERED PLACES

Deadline: February 6, 2009

The DC Preservation League (DCPL), the District of Columbia’s only citywide nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and protecting the historic and built environment, is accepting nominations for its annual list of Most Endangered Places in Washington. Nomination forms can be found at www.dcpreservation.org and must be postmarked no later than Friday, February 6, 2009. Selections will be announced in May 2009.

This list, issued annually since 1996, has included historic buildings and landscapes such as the west campus of St. Elizabeths Hospital, McMillan Reservoir, Martin Luther King Jr., Memorial Library and the Joseph Taylor Arms Mansion (Chancery of the Democratic Republic of the Congo). The list of Most Endangered Places in Washington is chosen by the Board of Trustees of the DCPL based on nominations submitted by concerned individuals and organizations. Nominations are assessed based on the severity of the threat to the resource in question, whether through demolition, neglect, or inappropriate alteration. The list can include buildings, parks or other landscaped areas, or even vistas and other aspects of the city's unique planned history. All Most Endangered Places selected are located in the District of Columbia.

Detailed descriptions of each site listed in past years including information about the threats motivating their inclusion on these lists can be found at www.dcpreservation.org.

DCPL invites volunteers, civic associations, District government, and other groups to partner with the League in preserving and protecting these endangered places. For more information, contact DCPL at 202.783.5144 or info@.... For more information on DCPL, visit www.dcpreservation.org.

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#1025

From: "mhenderson797" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Wed Feb 4, 2009 12:41 pm
Subject: Strategic Planning Study

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As many of you know, the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and
Economic Development has initiated a strategic planning study to
revitalize the Rhode Island Avenue NE corridor.

In November and December 2008, more than 200 residents participated
in an online survey. The purpose of the survey was to provide the
project team with a sense of user perceptions of Rhode Island Avenue.
The survey is one of several opportunities for the public to
participate in the process. Those others include public meetings, ANC
meetings, interviews and written comments.

The project team would like to use the survey to obtain more input.
The same survey is again available. It takes about 10 minutes to
complete. Paste the following link in your browser to access the
survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?
sm=phax8JayrGvG5CATcj5crQ_3d_3d

The survey will be available until February 15th.

The survey results will be posted on the project Web site. Today, you
can find other information on the project at
http://dcbiz.dc.gov/dmped/cwp/view,A,1365,Q,608751.asp.

If you would like to be placed on the notification list, please send
your name and complete street address and email address to:
THINKRhodeIslandAvenue@.... If you completed the survey
or attended the November 6 Project Kick-off Meeting you are most
likely on the list. If you prefer to limit email traffic, you can
look here for more information.

If you have questions, feel free to contact Derrick Woody in the
Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development at
derrick.woody@... or (202) 727-2981.

SAVE THE DATE:

THINK Rhode Island Avenue Strategic Development Plan
Community Meeting #2
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Washington Center for Aging Services
2601 18th Street NE (at Montana Avenue)

Hope to see you at the meeting!

W. Steve Lee
Collaborative Strategies Group

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#1026

From: "sandcv04" <christinegetzler@...>
Date: Wed Feb 4, 2009 1:21 pm
Subject: Great home for rent!

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Our tenants have recently moved, and our home has come available. If
you're in the market for a fantastic rental, look no further! We're
asking $1950/month for our 3 bed (plus office), 1 1/2 bath home in
the Eckington/Edgewood area. ~10 minute walk to the Rhode Island
metro (Red Line), Giant and Home Depot. Buses to all over DC are
within 5 minutes of your new front door.

The home was redone top to bottom in late 2007- Gorgeous refinished
hardwood floors, kitchen featuring stainless appliances, cabinets,
custom counter top and gorgeous ceramic tile. First floor also has
newly updated powder room, dining room and comfortable living room.
Office (or nursery) and two bedrooms upstairs- one has a lovely
sitting room with French doors attached. Central air/heat throughout
the home.

Fully-finished basement (at ground level), featuring new carpeting,
large bedroom and living area (totaling about 450 sq/ft), with a new
washer and dryer, as well as access to small yard.

Off street parking, with plenty of on street parking available for
guests. Only .5 to Trinity University (and it's top-notch fitness
center), less than a mile to Catholic U and Hospital Center, approx.
1 mile to Howard University- easy access to 395 and the Capitol.
Walking distance to Big Bear Cafe, Yoga District, Brookland and
Eckington farmers market, Safeway, Giant, Home Depot.

If you'd like to see photos or have questions, please send me an
email offline.

Thanks,
Christine

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#1027

From: "Robert Vinson Brannum" <rbrannum@...>
Date: Wed Feb 4, 2009 3:37 pm
Subject: North Cap FireHouse for Sale $1.5 million

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FYI, Robert

http://dcist.com/2009/02/bloomingdale_firehouse_restaurant_d.php

Remember 2020 Martini, the three-story, 10,000-square-foot brick oven pizza/pasta/sushi/martini restaurant and bar planned for Old Engine Co. 12, the 112-year-old firehouse at 1626 North Capitol Street? We were deeply skeptical of the concept when NextGen Development first announced its deal with Twyla Garrett of Cleveland-based Garrett Entertainment Corp. last year, and now it seems with good reason. The Bloomingdale blog reported recently that the deal has long since fallen through (hat tip to Arts & Real Estate), and the building is now on the market, listed at $1.5 million.

NextGen is blaming the recession and collapse of the credit market on the Garrett deal going sour, and says that while it has come close to finding a new operator several times, each time financial conditions have prevented deals from being closed. NextGen is now putting the building up for sale in the hopes that a restaurateur will then be able to use the building as collateral to complete renovations.

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#1028

From: "Michael J. Henderson" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Wed Feb 4, 2009 4:55 pm
Subject: Press Release: Thomas Bill to Require Removal of Accumulated Snow or Ice from Motor Vehicles Receives Unanimous Council Support

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Office of Ward 5 Councilmember Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 4, 2009

Contact:

Vicky Leonard-Chambers

202.727.8204 (desk)

202.683.9053 (cell)

vleonardchambers@...

Thomas Bill to Require Removal of Accumulated Snow or Ice from Motor

Vehicles Receives Unanimous Council Support

Emergency Bill Calls for Warning Citations Until

Passage of Permanent Legislation

Washington DC- Ward 5 Councilmember Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr. broke new ground on February 3, 2009 when he introduced emergency legislation to include as a civil infraction the operation of a motor vehicle without removing accumulated snow or ice. To date, no other state in the nation has enacted such legislation on a proactive basis.

In response to suggestions from his colleagues, Councilmember Thomas amended the emergency legislation to permit enforcement personnel to issue warning citations, rather than fines, to anyone operating a motor vehicle prior to removing accumulated snow or ice. With input from AAA and other interested parties, Councilmember Thomas will introduce permanent legislation at the Council's next legislative session. He will work with Councilmember Jim Graham to hold an expedited hearing on the permanent legislation, enabling the public testimony on aspects such as whether the permanent bill should include a fee schedule for fines and the option to take a safe driving course in lieu of paying a fine.

At the February 3, 2009 legislative session, Councilmember Thomas' colleagues praised him for introducing such a visionary public safety measure. "This is proactive, not reactive, legislation," said Councilmember Thomas. "Accumulated snow or ice on a moving motor vehicle is an inherent hazard to pedestrians and other drivers. We need to encourage all drivers to be responsible and take the time to clean off their vehicles after winter snow and ice storms. I am proud to be part of a progressive body that is taking a huge step forward that no other jurisdiction has yet taken."

###

Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr. represents Ward 5 on the Council of the District of Columbia. Thomas chairs the Council's Committee on Libraries, Parks, and Recreation. He sits on two additional committees: Health and Workforce Development and Government Operations.

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#1029

From: "Michael J. Henderson" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Wed Feb 4, 2009 10:58 pm
Subject: Ward 5 National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day - Feb 7, 2009

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The Center for Minority Studies in partnership with The Office of
Councilmember Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr. will be hosting a Basketball Game
and Information on

Saturday February 7, 2009
11am - 3pm
Trinidad Recreation Center
1310 Childress Street, NE

In observance of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. The goal of this
event is to increase the awareness of HIV/AIDS in oour community,
especially in our youth. Recent statistics have shown that Washington DC
has the #1 AIDS infection rate in the country with Ward 5 having the
highest incidence in Washington, DC. There will be free and CONFIDENTIAL
HIV testing, free food and giveaways, a DJ and a lot of information about
HIV/AIDS and youth services.

We invite you to pass this information on to everyone in Ward 5 and in
Washington DC. Please encourage your community to attend. If you are
interested in setting up an information table, please fax back the
attached form to 202-396-5405.

I can be reached at 202-396-5405 if you have any questions.

Thank you and I look forward to seeing you on Saturday

Tamara Foreman, PharmD
Executive Director
Center for Minority Studies
www.cms-dc.org

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#1030

From: mcginnfamily@...
Date: Thu Feb 5, 2009 4:53 pm
Subject: Operation FIX-IT-- Compliance and Enforcement Check

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Hi Everyone,

It is 24 hours after DPW picked up the trash, do you know where your trash cans are? During the recent walk through of our community with Alice Thompson and the Mayor's Fix It Core Team the DPW inspector told me that trash and recycling cans needed to be stored in peoples yards not out in the alleys. The general rule is to put your trash out the night before pick up and bring your cans in the same day after pick up. Holidays can impact your trash pick up day pushing it to the next day after your regularly scheduled pick up.
Why the big deal? When trash cans are left in the Alley they can obstruct Police, Fire and EMS vehicles. On days like today they can be blown over by the wind. I drove down the south alley of the unit block of R street NE this morning and there are 28 super cans and just as many blue recycling cans out there. An over stuffed recycling can has blown over making a mess of the alley we just cleaned on Monday. Wind blown cans become damaged, and inviting dinning stops for rats and other critters. Speaking of critters there are some two legged vermin out there that love to drive down the alley and pluck a super can up to use at a construction site. I'm not saying they would take it out of your yard but why bother with so much low hanging fruit out on the street. If these are not enough good reasons then lets talk money. You can be fin ed for leaving your cans out and if one goes missing you may have to pay to have it replaced. Please help to keep our community clean. Park your can in your yard. Thanks.

we all work together, ted mcginn
president of the Eckington Civic Association

-----Original Message-----
From: Thompson, Alice (EOM) <Alice.Thompson@...>
To: Eckington@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, 4 Feb 2009 9:44 pm
Subject: Re: [Eckington] Mayor Adrian Fenty Operation FIX-IT-- Compliance and Enforcement Check

Good Evening All,

If the lid cannot be replaced they will issue you a new recycle can. As far as I know there is no fee for this service.

Call 311 to make a report. DPW will send someone out to check or they may simply bring you a new recycle can.

Hope this information has been helpful to all.

Alice

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From: Eckington@yahoogroups.com <Eckington@yahoogroups.com>
To: Eckington@yahoogroups.com <Eckington@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wed Feb 04 21:10:40 2009
Subject: [Eckington] Mayor Adrian Fenty Operation FIX-IT-- Compliance and Enforcement Check

Great news! Now we have a practical path toward improving public hygiene. I, for one, will help spread the word.

Alice: thank you so much for following up on this issue. I hope you don't regret it after I pose the next question: what about recycling bins? The top of ours got a deep scratch, then water collected and froze, which caused a crack that is spreading. Can the lids of recycling bins be replaced too?

Everyone: now that the city is accepting more types of plastic, are other people having as much trouble fitting their recyclables into the bins as we are?

I was told the old recycling contract expired, and that when the lowest bidder on the new contract turned out to be a non-local company, the city council (?) decided to cancel the whole process and open a new round of bidding (presumably with modified terms), which the non-local company declined to compete in. I heard that the previous contractor, a local company, then presented a bid even higher than its original (losing) one. Does anyone know if this is accurate?

Years ago, I read that DC pays more to dispose of its recyclables than its garbage. Yet across the country, most muncipalities either break even or profit from their recycling programs. If DC could achieve this, it would make sense to swap the two containers, using the big bins for recycling and the small ones for garbage.

I can't see the city issuing multiple recycling bins to househo lds (or replacing them with larger bins) unless the higher volume of recyclables could either generate revenue or reduce the expenses for disposing of garbage.

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From: Eckington@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Eckington@yahoogroups.com]On Behalf Of Thompson, Alice (EOM)
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 8:53 AM
To: Eckington@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Eckington] Mayor Adrian Fenty Operation FIX-IT-- Compliance and Enforcement Check

Good Morning All,

Correction!

There is no charge for replacing or repairing Supercan lids. in order to keep your Supercan functional call 311 to request repair work.

Many Thanks,

Alice

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#1031

From: "Michael J. Henderson" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Thu Feb 5, 2009 10:14 pm
Subject: Media Advisory: Thomas to Host Press Conference on Bill to Lower Blood Donor Age to 16 Years

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From: "Victoria Leonard-Chambers" <vleonardchambers@...>
To: mhenderson797@...
Sent: Thursday, February 5, 2009 4:37:06 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: Media Advisory: Thomas to Host Press Conference on Bill to Lower Blood Donor Age to 16 Years

Office of Ward 5 Councilmember Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr.

MEDIA ADVISORY
February 5, 2009

Contact:

Vicky Leonard-Chambers

202.727.8204 (desk)

202.683.9053 (cell)

vleonardchambers@...

Thomas to Host Press Conference on Bill to Lower Blood Donor Age to 16 Years
Change Will Bring DC Into Line With Maryland and Virginia Blood Donation Regulations

Washington DC-Ward 5 Councilmember Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr. announced today that he will host a press conference on Friday, February 6, 2009 at 2:30 pm in Room 123 of the Wilson Building to highlight the introduction of a bill to allow 16 year-olds to donate blood if a parent or legal guardian gives them written consent and the minor meets all health requirements for blood donation. The legislation is a direct result of a unique collaboration between Councilmember Thomas' office, Children's National Medical Center, and Howard University Middle School. Press conference details are summarized below.

The bill, which Councilmember Thomas authored, was introduced along with Chairman Vincent Gray, Ward 3 Councilmember Mary Cheh, Ward 6 Councilmember Tommy Wells, Ward 7 Councilmember Yvette Alexander, Ward 8 Councilmember Marion Barry, and At-Large Councilmember Michael Brown at the Council's February 3, 2009 legislative session.

Currently, 24 states, including Maryland and Virginia, allow blood donation by 16 year-olds with parental consent. Lowering the blood donation age will help Children's National and other blood centers throughout the District deal with tightening supplies by increasing the pool of potential blood donors, fostering an early commitment to blood donation, and in turn, saving lives.

Currently, only 38 percent of Americans are eligible to donate blood. Of those eligible, approximately 5 percent donate. Opening up donation to 16 year-olds is a safe and effective way to expand the pool of donors and foster an early commitment to blood donation.

"Introducing this bill has been exciting because of the role our young people played in championing the legislation," said Councilmember Thomas. "I received more than 60 letters from the students attending the Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science. Their energy, enthusiasm, and support, and the collaborative nature of the project-working with my staff and Children's National-is an example of the kind of public/private partnership that makes positive change."

Who:     Ward 5 Councilmember Harry "Tommy" Thomas, Jr., Chairman Vincent Gray, and Council Colleagues, Children's National Medical Center, Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science

What:     Press Conference on the "Blood Donation Expansion Act of 2009"

When:    2:30 pm on Friday, February 6, 2009

Where:   Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW - Room 123

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#1032

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Date: Fri Feb 6, 2009 4:30 am
Subject: FREE Diapers and Baby Formula for Working Parents - 2/12/09 - 4pm-7pm

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Subject: [TrinidadDC] FREE Diapers and Baby Formula for Working Parents - 2/12/09 - 4pm-7pm

Please share with others who could possibly benefit from this.

Thank you

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Commissioner 5B05

Trinidad

FAMILY AND CHILD SERVICES OF WASHINGTON DC, INC

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BABY BASICS

BABY BASICS is a Program to provide free diapers and/or formula to working low-income families who are in need but do not qualify for state or federal assistance

On February 12, 2009 from 4pm to 7pm

Diapers and Infant Formula will be distributed to eligible families.

Assistance is based on the following requirements:

� DC Residency

� At least one working parent/guardian

� Family is NOT receiving federal or DC assistance (i.e. Medicaid, TANF, Food Stamps)

� Family meets income requirements (based on WIC guidelines)

� Child is under 3 years old

As parents pick up the diapers and formula they will receive also receive "Helpful Hints for Parenting" information.

Family and Child Services is located at:

1509 16^th Street, NW

For more information / to set-up appointment, Call:

Ann McCombs (202) 289-1510 ext. 1180

(Please leave a message if no one is available to assist you immediately. They will call you back to do a phone in-take)

****Parents will be asked to sign a brief form indicating that they meet the stated criteria. Pay stub, Proof of DC residency and Picture ID will be required.*** *

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#1033

From: lyahr@...
Date: Fri Feb 6, 2009 8:08 pm
Subject: Feedback to the Councilmember on the Small Area Plan

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Councilmember Thomas stated at a meeting on Wednesday that his mail is running 50 to 1 in favor of the Small Area Plan as submitted by Office of Planning. I suspect some of us are only talking to each other. I suggest you contact him with your opinion -- for or against -- before Tuesday's council hearing.

Linda on Lawrence

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#1034

From: "Thompson, Alice $EOM$" <Alice.Thompson@...>
Date: Sat Feb 7, 2009 12:33 am
Subject: Mayor Fenty's Operation Will conduct a Clean Up 1500 5th Street, NE --- Monday, Feb. 9th

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Good Evening Edgewood and Eckington,

ENFORCEMENT: Thursday, February 6^th a homeowner was order to remove the trash, old furniture, etc. that was inside her garage and continued to the sidewalk. Upon check this morning, the homeowner had kept her promise -- all the above items were removed.

I will be back in your community Monday, November 9^th for a fairly major clean up along the public space next to Ft. Meyers Construction Company. DPW will be removing trash, debris, old tires and construction material which includes brick and block.

Many thanks to ANC Comm. Dr. Wright for bringing this area to my attention. Neighbors, if possible, please call 311 for illegal dumping so that we may keep our neighborhoods clean and beautiful.

Alice A. Thompson

Outreach and Services Specialist W-5

Mayor Adrian M. Fenty’s

Office of Community Relations and Services

1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Suite 211

Washington, D.C. 20004

Tel. (202) 727-5746

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#1035

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Date: Sat Feb 7, 2009 2:18 pm
Subject: Kwame Brown Bulletin February 2009

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Subject: Brown Bulletin: February 6, 2009

BROWN IN THE NEWS

February 5, 2009

LUNCH LINKS: GLASS HOUSES
By David Alpert (Greater Greater Washington)
http://greatergreaterwashington.org

COUNCILMEMBER KWAME BROWN TO TAKE LIVE FEEDBACK AT COMMITTEE MEETINGS
By SWDC Blog
http://swdcblog.com

LOOSE LIPS DAILY: THE APPLE OF FENTY’S EYE
By Mike DeBonis (Washington City Paper)
www.washingtoncitypaper.com
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UPCOMING EVENTS

COUNCIL MEETINGS AND HEARINGS

WHAT: Committee of the Whole Public Roundtable on PR18-87
WHEN: Monday, February 9, 2009, 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 500.

WHAT: Committee on Government Operations and the Environment, DC Water Quality Review (Part 1 - Lead Contamination)
WHEN: Tuesday, February 10, 2009, 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 412.

WHAT: Committee of the Whole Hearing on PR18-46
WHEN: Tuesday, February 10, 2009, 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 500.

WHAT: Committee on Human Services Hearing on B18-12
WHEN: Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 123.

WHAT: Committee o n of the Whole Roundtable on the National Stimulus Package
WHEN: Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 500.

WHAT: Committee on Housing and Workforce Development Roundtable on Unemployment Issues in the District
WHEN: Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 412.

WHAT: Committee on Human Services Roundtable on the Safety Net for at-Risk Children and Families
WHEN: Wednesday, February 11, 2009, 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 123.

WHAT: Committee on Finance and Revenue Hearing on the Inauguration of President Barack Obama
WHEN: Thursday, February 12, 2009, 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 412.

WHAT: Committee on Public Safety and the Judiciary Hearing on B18-10, B18-68 and B18-55
WHEN: Thursday, February 12, 2009, 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 123.

WHAT: Committee on Public Works and Transportation Roundtable on DDOT Parking Services
WHEN: Friday, February 13, 2009, 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Room 123.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS

WHAT: Congresswoman Norton’s 9th Annual Tax Fair
WHEN: Saturday, February 14, 2009, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: 801 Mt. Vernon Place, NW (Between 7th and 9th St. NW)
CONTACT: Vi sit www.norton.house.gov
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Councilmember Kwame Brown’s office at 202-724-8174. You can also visit www.kwamebrownatlarge.com.

For press inquiries contact Press Secretary Michael Price at mprice@....
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KWAME TO PROPOSE NEW DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRIMINAL DATABASE TO MIRROR SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY

--Expresses sympathy for DC firefighter and her family

Yesterday, At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown announced that he will work with the community to introduce legislation to create a new online database of domestic violence perpetrators that will mirror the District’s sex offender registry. Councilmember Brown conveyed his family’s sympathy for the DC firefighter and her parents who fell victim to a recent violent incident. He vowed to continue efforts to reform the District’s domestic violence laws and encouraged the other states to coordinate with the District to create a comprehensive solution.

“I want to express my deepest sympathy for the DC firefighter and her family,” said Councilmember Brown. “My family and I pray for their full recovery. I believe extraordinary efforts are needed to prevent domestic abuse from reaching extreme levels. I plan to partner with community to establish an online database of domestic violence criminals to help prevent repeat acts of violence.”

Councilmember Brown has received national recognition from Knock-Out Abuse for his fight to make unprecedented reforms to the District’s domestic violence laws. He led the effort to open courts on weekends for victims of domestic violence to apply for restraining orders. In 2005, Councilmember Brown authored the Victims of Domestic Violence Establishment Fund Act (A16-71), which resulted in:

$6.5 million in the FY 2006 Budget Support Act, tripling the number of shelter beds for domestic abuse victims in the District of Columbia from 48 to 150 beds, including $1 million for My Sister’s Place to complete an important expansion project and the release of $4.5 million from the Victims Assistance Fund for emergency shelter beds for abused women and children.

Councilmember Brown is Vice-Chair of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG). He plans to advocate at COG meetings for a regional approach to creating the database so that domestic violence abusers are unable to hide across state borders.

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) receives over 25,000 domestic-related crime calls a year, which includes over 10,000 domestic=2 0violence related crimes. Calls to MPD for domestic-related incidents have been increasing at an alarming rate. Domestic Violence Intake Centers (DVIC) are located throughout the District to provide victims with support in the event of an emergency or ongoing abuse. There are also a number of non-profit organizations that coordinate service in the District including, Knock-Out Abuse, DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Women Empowered Against Violence (WEAVE), Crime Victims Compensation Program (CVCP), Legal Aid Society, Ramona’s Way, Center for Child Protection/Victim Service Center, and the DC Superior Court Clerks Office.

DVIC locations are open Monday through Friday, (except holidays) between 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., and are located at:

DC Superior Court
500 Indiana Avenue, NW, Suite 4235
Washington, DC
(202) 879-0152

Greater Southeast Community Hospital
1328 Southern Avenue, SE, Suite 311
Washington, DC
(202) 561-3000

For additional domestic violence information:

Domestic Violence Unit
Police Headquarters
300 Indiana Avenue, NW, Room 3018
Washington, DC
Phone: (202) 727-7137
Fax: (202) 727-6491
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SPECIAL COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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DSLBD LAUNCHES GREENING DC RESTAURANTS PROJECT

January 27, 2009

(Washington, DC) — The Department of Small and Local Business Develop ment (DSLBD) has begun assessing restaurants to help DC’s neighborhood restaurants as part Greening DC Restaurants, a project that offers free technical assistance to restaurants operating in District neighborhoods. Restaurants located in the central business districts also may participate if space permits.

A pilot project made possible by a partnership between DSLBD and GreenHOME, Greening DC Restaurants begins with an initial assessment of business operations in January and February, and continues with in-depth workshops and consultations from March through May.

Through these assessments, workshops, and consultations with a green expert, participating restaurant owners will learn how to reduce their operating expenses, increase customer sales, and positively impact the environment by making a minimal to moderate investment in changing their energy/water usage, product and equipment procurement, and front-of-house operations.

An accompanying how-to guide will help DC restaurants implement both short- and long-term changes that can significantly impact their bottom line, reduce a business’ ecological footprint, and improve the dining and working environment for customers and workers.

To schedule an initial assessment and sign-up for the workshops, contact:

Camille I. Nixon, Project Manager
Department of Small and Local Business Development
(202)741-0894 or camille.nixon@....
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PRE-APPRENTICESHIP CONSTRUC TION TRAINING PROGRAM

Goodwill offers a FREE 9-Week Pre-Apprenticeship Readiness Construction Training Program

Open to women residing in DC Wards 7 and 8 only and Prince George’s County, MD only!

Assessment Requirements:

Government issued photo ID

Social Security Card or Birth Certificate

Active DC police clearance (dated last 90 days)

Copy of HS diploma/GED/transcripts

MUST be drug free (testing will take place)

Pass basic reading and math assessments

You’ll learn:

Intro to construction trade: power tools, hand tools, blueprint reading, basic rigging

OSHA-10 hour safety certification

CPR/first aid

Life skills and job readiness training

WHEN: Every Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Goodwill DC Career Campus, 2200 South Dakota Ave., NE, Washington, DC 20018. Metro accessible (Rhode Island Avenue Metro Station, Bus B8/B9 or Brookland Metro Station, Bus H6)

For more information or to register, contact Joe Mitko at (202) 715-2654 or e-mail him at joe.mitko@....
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DISTRICT UNVEILS EMPLOYMENT READINESS CENTER FOR INMATES

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 4, 2009

CONTACT:
Feras Sleiman
202.251.8829 (EOM)
=0 ADy Brown
202.615.0094 (DOES)
Beverly Young
202.671.2135 (DOC)

--Mayor Fenty highlights new job training initiative for DC Central Detention Facility inmates

Washington, DC—Mayor Adrian M. Fenty, Department of Corrections (DOC) Director Devon Brown and Department of Employment Services (DOES) Acting Director Joseph Walsh, today announced a District initiative that assists the city’s incarcerated population to become job-ready through the new Employment Readiness Center located in the Central Detention Facility (DC Jail).

The Employment Readiness Center, which began providing services on December 1, 2008, is a joint project between the Department of Corrections and the Department of Employment Services that prepares inmates, who are 45 to 60 days from release, with job readiness training. As a part of DOES, the office of Project Empowerment manages the center and has provided approximately $21,679 for supplies and equipment.

“The Employment Readiness Center reflects the District’s strong commitment to providing the resources critical to facilitating the reentry process for inmates on the cusp of release,” said Mayor Fenty. “Being equipped with the skills necessary to apply for and land a job increases the likelihood that these returning residents can become self-sufficient and make positive contributions to the community.”

The center provides inmates with an array of occupational development services that encourage and support their desires to seek and secure me aningful employment. The job training services are designed to mirror those offered through the DOES One-Stop Career Centers throughout the District.

The Employment Readiness Center provides the following services:

Career assessment

Career information about jobs in demand in the Washington metropolitan area

Job counseling and guidance

Interviewing and resume preparation workshops

Life skills/job readiness workshops

Personal computer training

Occupational skills training and apprenticeship opportunities

In addition, participants have full access to all of the self-service employment resources in the center’s resource area.

“The Department of Corrections continues to provide individuals with opportunities to become more constructively oriented while in custody, while at the same time preparing them for their subsequent return to society,” said Director Devon Brown. “This center is a part of our comprehensive reentry services program that begins at intake through release.”

“Our returning ex-offenders face tremendous barriers to employment, and we want to help give them the skills and opportunities they need to return to the workforce.” said Acting Director Joseph Walsh. “The kind of effective employment services provided by the center will help people contribute to the economic success of their families and their communitie s here in the District.”

Inmates who demonstrate a commitment to transitioning into the community by successfully completing the program will receive:

A certificate of achievement of important job readiness skills

A written referral to a DOES case manager to help ensure successful transition to the community and employment

Vocational guidance and access to other available supportive services, such as immediate job placement assistance/referrals for job interviews, on-the-job training, enrollment in occupational skills training, educational courses, or apprenticeship training

“At the office of Project Empowerment, we help individuals overcome the challenges posed by unemployment and poverty,” said Director Charles Jones. “Our efforts at the DC Jail uplift inmates in a meaningful way by preparing them to work and helping them build a sustainable livelihood when they reenter the community.”

The Employment Readiness Center serves up to 30 participants Monday through Friday from 9 am to 3 pm. The program is divided into five week intervals, and is currently in its second program cycle--which began Jan.12.
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From: "Debbie Smith" <DLSmith112@...>
Date: Mon Feb 9, 2009 3:59 am
Subject: Reminder of transportation study meeting

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See this message about the next North Capitol Street cloverleaf study meeting.

From: Ways, Howard (OP) <Howard.Ways @ dc.gov>
Sent: Wed, 28 Jan 2009

Subject: North Capitol Street Cloverleaf Study stakeholder meeting

North Capitol Street Cloverleaf Study

February Stakeholder Meeting

Monday, February 9, 2009

6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Pryzbyla Great Room A

Catholic University Student Center

Purpose of the Study

1. Explore alternative intersection configurations for the cloverleaf at Irving and North Capitol Streets.

2. Develop strategies to improve the gateway qualities of North Capitol Street by including civic spaces, memorials, and enhancing the public streetscapes.

3. Develop recommendations for improving safety, connectivity and transportation operations.

Project Team

DC Office of Planning

National Capital Planning Commission

District Department of Transportation

Stakeholder Group

The purpose of the stakeholder group is to work with residents, institutions, businesses to help formulate strategies for the cloverleaf.

The neighborhoods that are included in or are adjacent to the study area are: Bloomingdale, Brookland, Eckington, Petworth, , Park View, and Pleasant Plains.

For information on the North Capitol Street Cloverleaf Study and learn about upcoming meetings, visit www.planning.dc.gov or contact Howard Ways, DC Office of Planning, at (202) 741-5219, or howard.ways @ dc.gov . For information on transportation studies, contact Gabriela Vega, DC Department of Transportation at (202) 478- 1458 or gabriela.vega @ dc.gov.

Howard Ways, AICP

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From: "Debbie Smith" <DLSmith112@...>
Date: Tue Feb 10, 2009 4:23 am
Subject: Cloverleaf Transportation Study meeting notes with observations

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To all Interested Parties:

This is the initial meeting to start working on the re vamping of the Cloverleaf infrastructure modification changes.

The Office of Planning; Department of Transportation; National Capital Planning Commission; Federal Transit Authority were in attendance as well as, several ANC Reps from ANC 5A and 5C.

OP and NCPC are moving forward on making changes to that interconnected roadway to make way for a creative and aesthetically pleasing modality transportation design to enhance a livable walk able community. The main purpose of this meeting allowed participants to provide input on how to make passage way changes to the cloverleaf infrastructure and surrounding area while providing more open; leisurely landscaping possibilities.

Several area topography screen presentation slides were provided this evening, with the community requesting to have workable, touchable handouts at the next meeting. The presentation allowed attendees to see the "What ifs" of design options that could replace the Cloverleaf site. The transportation direction appears to have a direct focus on: reduction of car mobility with an increase in walking; bicycling; light rail and bus. In addition, to create and provide a true cycling path outlined with trees and greenery. Create narrower streets to slow down traffic; add monuments along the North Capitol street area including spot plotting some along Irving Street.

The next meeting will be scheduled on a Saturday. (TBA) Also, Commissioner Blair requested that OP allow students from Phelps Architectural, Construction and Engineering High School to be a part of this process.

The community express its desires to and expectations of a comprehensive traffic study to be provided covering the multitude of proposed developments that are currently still on the table even though a recession exist.

To be continued...

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#1039

From: "Debbie Smith" <DLSmith112@...>
Date: Tue Feb 10, 2009 12:28 pm
Subject: Re: [Brookland] Cloverleaf Transportation Study meeting notes with observations

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Please add the follow corrections to my past posting:

Commissioner Ransom is the one who suggested to have Phelps students involve in the process. Too include, that we look at adding the Circular Transportation system with suggested draft routes.

----- Original Message -----

From: Debbie Smith

To: ward5 ; Edgewooddc ; brookland ; scott Roberts

Sent: Monday, February 09, 2009 11:23 PM

Subject: [Brookland] Cloverleaf Transportation Study meeting notes with observations

To all Interested Parties:

This is the initial meeting to start working on the re vamping of the Cloverleaf infrastructure modification changes.

The Office of Planning; Department of Transportation; National Capital Planning Commission; Federal Transit Authority were in attendance as well as, several ANC Reps from ANC 5A and 5C.

OP and NCPC are moving forward on making changes to that interconnected roadway to make way for a creative and aesthetically pleasing modality transportation design to enhance a livable walk able community. The main purpose of this meeting allowed participants to provide input on how to make passage way changes to the cloverleaf infrastructure and surrounding area while providing more open; leisurely landscaping possibilities.

Several area topography screen presentation slides were provided this evening, with the community requesting to have workable, touchable handouts at the next meeting. The presentation allowed attendees to see the "What ifs" of design options that could replace the Cloverleaf site. The transportation direction appears to have a direct focus on: reduction of car mobility with an increase in walking; bicycling; light rail and bus. In addition, to create and provide a true cycling path outlined with trees and greenery. Create narrower streets to slow down traffic; add monuments along the North Capitol street area including spot plotting some along Irving Street.

The next meeting will be scheduled on a Saturday. (TBA) Also, Commissioner Blair requested that OP allow students from Phelps Architectural, Construction and Engineering High School to be a part of this process.

The community express its desires to and expectations of a comprehensive traffic study to be provided covering the multitude of proposed developments that are currently still on the table even though a recession exist.

To be continued...

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From: "mhenderson797" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Tue Feb 10, 2009 1:26 pm
Subject: Tax and Information Fair

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From: "Debbie Smith" <DLSmith112@...>
From: Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton
Subject: Norton's Annual Tax Fair Saturday, Feb. 14

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#1041

From: "mhenderson797" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Tue Feb 10, 2009 1:30 pm
Subject: Gathering at the corner of 15th and Queen Street

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From: khenderson029@...
Date: Mon Feb 9, 2009 10:32 pm
Subject: Taking A Stand Against Today's Shooting on Queen Street

Citizens, Guardian Angels and our Fifth District police will gather at
the corner of 15th and Queen Street, NE on Wednesday 2-10-09, at 7:00
p.m. to stand up for our community. Please join us. We will not allow
criminals to claim the first warm days of the season. This is our
community and we are taking it back!

Kathy Henderson

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#1043

From: "mhenderson797" <mhenderson797@...>
Date: Wed Feb 11, 2009 1:27 pm
Subject: Safe Streets

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From: khenderson029@...
Date: Tue Feb 10, 2009 11:29 pm
Subject: Taking Back Our Streets

Tonight's safety patrol served as a beacon of light and hope for the
Trinidad community. Thank you Sergeant Cipolari, Sergeant Purnell,
Officer Simms and Officer Malka for walking with us and helping to make
our community safer. We met many new neighbors who appreciated the
importance of neighborhood safety patrols and they committed to joining
our effort. We exchanged phone numbers, warm hugs and hearty handshakes
and solidified our commitment to saving our community from violence.
Some neighbors admitted they were afraid but committed to walking with
us anyway, underscoring real courage.  We will walk with the Guardian
Angels and police again next Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. and we need
concerned neighbors to join us.

Kathy Henderson

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#1044

From: "Chairman, 5DCAC" <rbrannum@...>
Date: Wed Feb 11, 2009 8:41 pm
Subject: Congressional Economic Stimulus Package on Law Enforcement & Education

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Dear Neighbors and Colleagues,

According to an analysis by Galain Solutions, the economic stimulus package being developed in Congress offers both challenges and opportunities for law enforcement.

The House of Representatives version of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 includes a $79 billion State Fiscal Stabilization Fund, which contains $30 billion that could be spent on public safety.

The bill contains another $4 billion specifically for the Byrne and Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) grant programs which can be spent on developing technologies that emphasize crime prevention. According to an analysis, 50 percent of COPS grants have been reserved for organizations serving populations of 150,000 or less. COPS grants are expected to be awarded 90 days after the passage of the stimulus bill.

And while the smaller states and communities will get significant funds and requirements for matching funds are likely to be waived, the influx of such a large amount of money and the requirement that it be spent quickly, along with strict oversight processes being predicted, state and local agencies will face challenges including managing the scale and scope of applications received and implementing projects in time. Local agencies will need to move quickly and creatively to ramp up hiring programs for police officers that have been scaled back in recent years.

Natwar Gandhi, DC Chief Financial Officer, in his prepared statement to the Council of the District of Columbia regarding priorities for the District from the federal stimulus package has projected the District could receive the following:

House version:

$118.2 million

Within the federal capital grants, the House bill includes $14 billion for school modernization and $6 billion for higher education modernization. The District could share up to $48 million and $22 million, respectively

Senate version:

Up to $60 million

Within the Senate bill for the District is a separate allocation of $125 million for DC Water and Sewer Authority to continue implementation of the Combined Sewer Overflow Long Term Control Plan.

Dr. Gandhi’s Council statement also included the following:

“Job growth in the District has virtually come to a standstill. Unemployment jumped to 8.9 % in the District in December, above the December U.S. level of 7.1 %. This means that more than 29,000 District residents are without jobs. Commercial office vacancies rose to more than 7% in December, and because of the large amount of new construction due to come on line, vacancies are projected to hot more than 12% within two years. The slowdown in the economy has resulted in a deteriorating revenue outlook for the District.”

All of these reviews are subject to revisions as House and Senate members reach a compromise bill.

Robert

Robert Vinson Brannum

Chairman, 5^th District Citizens' Advisory Council, Inc. – www.5dcac.org

1^st Vice-President DC Federation of Civic Associations, Inc. – www.dcfca.org

Chairman, Education Committee, DC Federation of Civic Associations, Inc.

Chairman, City Planning and Economic Development Committee, DC Federation of Civic Associations, Inc.

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Date: Thu Feb 12, 2009 1:46 pm
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From ANC 5C04 Commissioner John Salatti:

Government of the District of Columbia

ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION 5C

PO Box 77761 .

Washington, DC 20013 .

www.ANC5C.ORG

Tuesday, February 17,
2009
Catholic University
7:00 �9:30 p.m. (special planning
session)
Pangborn Hall (Engineering School)

NOTICE AND AGENDA
FEBRUARY 2009 MONTHLY MEETING

ANC5C citizens are invited to bring suggestions and recommendation
for community improvement to the meeting. However, please observe
simply courtesies at all times -- wait to be recognized before
speaking and do not speak over others or while others have the floor.
Please limit your comments to ONE MINUTE so to give others a chance
for expression. Following the Commissioners' comments, members of
the community will be recognized to speak. The Sergeant-at-Arms shall
maintain public order during the meeting. Thank you in advance for
your cooperation.

Part I: Administrative 7:05 -7:10
pm

1. Call to Order .�����������. Commissioner Anita Bonds,
Chairman

2. Roll Call ...................��������� Commissioner Barrie
Daneker, Vice Chairman

3. Approval of the January 27 Meeting and February 7 Meeting of
the Whole Minutes

Part II: Outstanding Business 7:15-7:45 pm

4D MPD Updates ������..,

Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services �Alice Thompson,
Ward 5 Coordinator

Councilmember Harry Thomas' Office ����..

Grants Committee Report ������������..��. Commissioner Day, Chair

Continuation of Curb Cut Application 1817 First St, NW ��
Commissioner Stu Davenport

Part III: Status Reports 7:45-8:15 pm

North Capitol Cloverleaf Project ����Commissioners Gigi Ransom and
Ronnie Edwards

5C Position: Brookland/CUA Metro Station Small Area Plan �
Commissioner Timothy Day

DASH Housing Plan ������������������. Commissioner Denise Wright

Part IV: Workshop on Transportation and Development
Issues 8:15 pm

1. Each Commissioner will provide a list of
transportation/traffic issues and a list of
development/density/location/zoning issues in their Single Member
District and ideas/proposals for addressing these concerns.

2. Members of the audience may add one transportation/traffic
item and one development/density/location/zoning item to the lists.
(Each speaker will be allotted 2 minutes maximum to speak. Please
use your time wisely by making concise and thoughtful statements.)

3. At the March 17, 2009 Meeting of ANC5C the Commission
will "report out" on the issues and proposals.

Part IV: Committee of the Whole Executive Session 9:00 pm

This portion of the meeting is reserved for COMMISSION ACTION ONLY;
therefore audience comments will not be entertained. The audience is
asked to hold their comments and share them with their Single Member
District Representative at the conclusion of the meeting. Thanks
again for your cooperation.

1. Pay Bills ............���������... Commissioner Mary L.
Farmer-Allen, Treasurer and Commissioner Timothy Day, Financial
Secretary

2. Agenda Items for Next Meeting ��.

Meeting Adjourns at 9:15 pm

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