From the DPW:

Dear Neighbors,

The DC Department of Public Works (DPW) announced today that regular trash and recycling collection service will resume Monday, December 21, while leaf collection remains suspended to allow crews to finish clearing snow in residential neighborhoods.

DPW officials say it may be difficult to collect from neighborhoods with narrow alleys, but ask residents to place trash and recycling in their normal collection location and to be patient.

“Obviously it will be a little easier to pick up from residents with front collection service but we will do our best to collect from the alleys as well,” said DPW Director William O. Howland, Jr., adding that due to the Christmas holiday, all Friday collections will slide to Saturday.

“We’re going to do the best we can but will err on the side of caution if an alley is determined too dangerous to navigate. Any trash and recycling that we can’t collect this week, will be picked up next week.”

Collection from public litter cans will resume Monday at 10:30pm.

Residents are reminded not to place their household waste in these receptacles.

Nancee Lyons
Public Affairs Specialist DC Department of Public Works
2000 14th Street, NW, 6th Fl.(Reeves Center)
Washington, DC 20009(202) 671-2637, 671-0642 (fax)www.dpw.dc.gov 

Joseph Martin
Executive Office of the Mayor
Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS)
Outreach and Services Specialist - Ward 4
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Ste 211
Washington, DC 20004-3003
202-340-7853 mobile
202-671-2337 Ward 4 Help Desk

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From DDOT:

District snow crews are starting their 4th shift this morning.

Today, the work continues with a joint focus on both the major arteries and the residential streets.

The crews are following their deployment plan and will get into every neighborhood, but residents are asked to be patient.

The Snow Team’s standard and goal is to have the vast majority of the residential streets plowed within 24 hours now that the snow has stopped falling, no easy challenge considering this is one of the most significant storms in the city’s history.

If residents have any questions about snow clearing in their neighborhood, please call 311.

Staff in the DDOT Snow Command Center are monitoring the calls and dispatching crews.

You can also track the progress of the District’s snow plows at http://snowmap. dc.gov.


Joseph Martin
Executive Office of the Mayor
Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS)
Outreach and Services Specialist - Ward 4
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Ste 211
Washington, DC 20004-3003
202-340-7853 mobile
202-671-2337 Ward 4 Help Desk

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Mayor Fenty and Snow Team Directors Want People to Stay Home

Additional 15-20 inches Forecasted for DC

(Washington, DC)  Mayor Adrian M. Fenty along with District Department of Transportation Director Gabe Klein and Department of Public Works Director William O. Howland, Jr. are asking people to stay home unless it is absolutely necessary.  Snow started falling in the District around 8pm last night with nearly ten inches now on the ground.  The National Weather Service is forecasting an additional 12-15 inches for the District with heaviest snow falls between 7am and 6pm on Saturday.  The Mayor declared a snow emergency in the District of Columbia which went into effect at 7am Saturday morning. 

“This storm system has only just begun and we have only seen the tip of the iceberg,” said Mayor Fenty.  “By the end of this the District could see over two feet of snow and it is imperative people stay off the roadways so our crews can get their work done.”  

The District’s Snow Team (Department of Transportation and Department of Public Works) launched a full deployment of snow removal equipment and personnel to treat and clear all of the city’s major and residential streets.  District snow crews are expected to be clearing city streets well into Monday. Temperatures are expected to stay below freezing for most of Sunday and into Monday which means overnight refreezing will occur. 

 “District snow crews have been treating roadways since Thursday,” said DDOT Director Klein.  “We made shift changes this morning and crews are back on the roadways, but this is a significant amount of snow, more than the District has seen in years, and it is really important our crews have access to the streets.”

District officials are also asking residents to do some interim removal and treatments on sidewalks and steps and stairways. 

“This snow is coming in very fast, over an inch an hour is expected during the day today,” said DPW Director Howland.  “Residents should take time during the day to start removing snow and treating sidewalks so they are not left with an overwhelming amount at the end of the storm and please remember to help your neighbors, especially those who are elderly or disabled.”

Residents are reminded to spread salt or kitty litter on their sidewalks, walkways and steps during the snow.  This should make it easier to shovel the snow after the storm ends.

Regional reports overnight of abandoned vehicles has brought concern to the area.  The District also wants to remind people that if they must be in their cars they should make sure they are prepared with enough gas in the gas tank, high levels of windshield washer fluid, and a safety kit in the car including blankets, water, and cell phone chargers, Drivers should try and move their broken down vehicle to the side of the road and put their emergency flashers on.  The storm is moving fast and near blizzard conditions are making it difficult to see other vehicles as site lines are limited.

DPW and DDOT remind visitors and residents to:

·   Not drive unless it is absolutely necessary.

·   If people must be in their vehicles remember that driving on ice is significantly different than driving on snow.

·   Use extreme caution and maintain safe speeds and distances from other vehicles.

·   Remember even a 4-wheel drive SUV does not perform well in ice and additional safety measure should be followed.

·   Be aware of road conditions, particularly black ice which can be deceptive in its appearance giving the driver a false sense of security on the road.

·   Watch for slippery bridge decks, even when the rest of the pavement is in good condition. Bridge decks will ice up sooner than the adjacent pavement.

·   Remember to keep a safe distance from emergency and snow vehicles and please use caution when attempting to pass a snowplow.  Give the drivers plenty of room to safely do their jobs.

·   Clear all the snow and ice from your vehicle's windows and lights - even the hood and roof - before driving.

·   Help your elderly or disabled neighbors remove snow from steps and sidewalks.

·   Clear catch basins and fire hydrants.

·   Please do not put snow in the street.  Put all cleared snow, from parked cars and sidewalks, in the "tree box," front yard, or between the curb and sidewalk.

·   Remember to clear vehicles of all snow and ice including the tops before traveling on roadways.

For more information about the District snow plan, visit ddot.dc.gov/snow <http://www.ddot.dc.gov/snow> . 



Joseph Martin
Executive Office of the Mayor
Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS)
Outreach and Services Specialist - Ward 4
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Ste 211
Washington, DC 20004-3003
202-340-7853 mobile
202-671-2337 Ward 4 Help Desk

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Ward 4 Assistant / Ward 4 Help Desk
202-671-2337
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The District of Columbia is in need of volunteers this Saturday to assist with
the very important H1N1 Mass Vaccination Clinics at the Kennedy Recreation
Center.  The volunteer hours are 6am until 2pm.  Please email
h1n1.volunteer@... with the time you are available to volunteer.

Please feel free to pass this information on to any and all groups you feel may
be interested.  Common questions that ServeDC is receiving from potential
volunteers are answered here:

1. Is there parking or metro nearby? Limited parking; the 70, G2, G8 and
Circulator buses are nearby as well as the Convention Center Metro stop.

2. Will I get the vaccine? All demographics are currently within the guidelines
to be vaccinated this week.  Please check flu.dc.gov for details.

3. What should I wear? Comfortable attire; vests will be provided

4. Do I need special medical skills? No, but if you do please let us know.

5. Will there be food provided? Yes, volunteers will receive a boxed lunch but
are advised to bring their own snacks if desired.

Map of the Kennedy Recreation Center:
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&source=hp&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=kennedy+recreation+c\
enter+washington+dc&fb=1&gl=us&hq=kennedy+recreation+center&hnear=washington+dc&\
cid=0,0,11368415088856217083&ei=aO0oS_7CBsTIlAfthNGODQ&sa=X&oi=local_result&ct=i\
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WASA asked us to post the following:

DC WASA CANCELS PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER ADVISORY

December 9, 2009

The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority (DC WASA) has cancelled the precautionary boil water advisory that was issued on Monday, December 7, 2009.

DC WASA conducted comprehensive testing of the water system during the past 48 hours and results have confirmed the water is now safe to drink.

It is no longer necessary for District residents to boil tap water or to consume bottled water.

DC WASA experienced a loss of pressure around noon on Monday, December 07, 2009. This resulted in a drop of water pressure in the vicinity of 16th Street, Military Road, Piney Branch and Eastern Avenue, NW.

The Shepherd Park Neighborhood experienced a complete loss of water system pressure and resulted in issuing a precautionary boil water advisory in this area.

Upon notice of a loss of pressure in the system, DC WASA immediately restored pressure and flushed all water lines in the impacted area to minimize the risk of water quality problems.

“Although DC WASA found no indication of contamination in the system, the Authority proactively issued a precautionary boil water advisory while collecting water samples,” said General Manager George Hawkins. “This was done to ensure the safety of the drinking water for District residents during a 48-hour period of water quality testing.”

As an added precaution, DC WASA recommends discarding any food or ice that was prepared with water that was not boiled between 11:00 am Monday, December 7 and today, December 9 at 3:30 pm. In addition, any faucets or taps that have not been used during the water advisory should be flushed for 10 minutes.

Please share this information with anyone who drinks the water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses).

You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.

Please stay current by visiting our web site at www.dcwasa.com.

Customers with questions about their water should call the DC WASA Water Quality Division at 202-612-3440 (Mon-Fri, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm).
Media and others who would like to learn more about this announcement should contact DC WASA Office of Public Affairs at 202-787-2200.

DC WASA can be reached 24 hours a day at 202-612-3400.

Aleizha Batson
DC WASA
Office of Public Affairs
(202) 787-2202 phone
(202) 787-2210 fax

Please visit www.dcwasa.com.

End of WASA Advisory

Submitted by:

Joseph Martin
Executive Office of the Mayor
Mayor's Office of Community Relations and Services (MOCRS)
Outreach and Services Specialist - Ward 4
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Ste 211
Washington, DC 20004-3003
202-340-7853 mobile
202-671-2337 Ward 4 Help Desk

Sent from my Blackberry.

Please consider the environment before printing this email.

Bernedia Long
Ward 4 Assistant / Ward 4 Help Desk
202-671-2337
bernedia.long@...


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In order to ensure the vaccine gets out to all D.C. residents, we need much more
help�we need volunteers like you to help us staff our free mass vaccination
clinics!

You do not need to have medical training to help out! We are looking for
volunteers for greeters, clinical consultation, data entry, and more. 
Complimentary meals are provided for those who work full shifts.

For questions please email H1N1.Volunteer@...

Clinic Dates and Volunteer Hours:

Thursday, December 10th
Fort Davis Recreation Center
3pm-10pm

Saturday, December 12
Frank D. Reeves Municipal Center
6am-2pm

Thursday, December 17th
Fort Davis Recreation Center
3pm-10pm

Saturday, December 19th
Kennedy Recreation Center
6am-2pm

There are only two days left to donate to the One Warm Coat Drive - a national
community-service effort to collect clean, reusable coats and jackets for
donation to local children and adults free of charge.  If you would like to
participate you can drop off your donation at the following locations:

	 D.C. Public Schools/Department of Health; 825 North Capital St., NE
	 D.C. Armory; 2001 East Capital St., NE
	 Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs/ Office of the Chief Financial
Officer; 941 N Capital St., NE
	 Department of Corrections; 1923 Vermont Ave., NW
	 Department of Motor Vehicles; 95 M St., SW
	 Department of Real Estate Services; 1900 Massachusetts Ave., SE
	 Department of Parks and Recreation; 3149 16th St., NW
	 Fire & EMS Services; 1923 Vermont Ave., NW
	 Henry Daly Building; 300 Indiana Ave., NW
	 HIV/AIDS Administration; 64 NY Ave, NE
	 John A. Wilson Building; 1350 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
	 Office of Unified Command/HSEMA; 2720 Martin Luther King Ave., SE
	 One Judiciary Square; 441 4th St., NW
	 Reeves Municipal Center; 2000 14th St., NW
	 The People's Building; 64 New York Ave., NW

If you have any questions contact Caitlin Roberts at 202.727.7937 or
caitlin.roberts@...

Annual Meeting and Holiday Luncheon of the Ward 4 Democrats

Date: Saturday, December 12, 2009
Time: 12 noon to 2 p.m
Location: Saint George Ballroom and Banquet Center, 4335 16th Street, N.W.

Guest Speaker: Kim Keenan, Esq., President of the D.C. Bar. For this
special event our guest speaker will focus her remarks on the
importance of leadership in addressing community issues.

This festive event is one of the major fundraising activities of the
Ward 4 Democrats, and the proceeds will be used to support the Ward 4
Dem outreach activities, which will continue to be very important as
we approach upcoming elections in the District of Columbia in 2010.

Tickets for this event are $25.00 per person and can be purchased from
Joan Thomas at 202-291-7561. Contributions of larger amounts in
support of the Ward 4 Dems will be greatly appreciated as well.

Individual, corporate & PAC checks payable to:
Ward 4 Democrats of Washington, D.C.
c/o Deborah M. Royster, Esq., President
1850 Redwood Terrace, N.W., Washington, DC 20012

Bedlow is the draft agenda for ANC 4C's meeting to be held, as previously
announced, tomorrow (Tuesday, December 8) at our regularly scheduled monthly
meeting.

The meeting will be held at Roosevelt Senior High School. The entrance is via
the rear door behind MacFarland Middle School, 4400 Iowa Avenue NW.  Meeting
time: 6:30-8:45 pm.  Light refreshments will be served.

In addition to routine business (call to order, approval of the Novemeber
minutes, treasurer's report, MPD update):

- Update - Bright Start Day Care Center, 1202 Kennedy Street NW (Yates);
- BZA public space permit - Community Auto Service Center, Arkansas Avenue NW at
Webster Street NW (Davis);
- Update - EL Haynes Public Charter School - Plans to move into the former Clark
Elementary School, presentations by EL Haynes and the DC Department of Real
Estate Services;
- Resolution opposing Pepco rate increases (Myers);
- Friends of Choice in Urban Schools, presentation;
- The Literacy Lab, presentation;
- Office on Aging, presentation;
- Plans for a Petworth Farmers Market, presentation, Joel Finkelstein;
- Census Bureau, presentation.

The agenda is subject to the approval by the Commission. Questions?  Please call
Deborah Parker at the ANC 4C Office at 202-723-6670.


Joseph Martin
SMD 4C09 Commissioner
ANC 4C Chair
202-309-1817 cell
202-723-6670 ANC 4C Office
Deborah Parker, ANC 4C Office Staff (p/t).  ANC Newsletter:  Larry Chang (p/t).

NEW MEETING PLACE FOR ANC 4C MONTHLY MEETINGS:
Roosevelt Senior High School

Access through the driveway between MacFarland Middle School (4400 Iowa Avenue
NW) and the Petworth Library. Iowa Avenue NW comes off of Georgia Avenue NW next
to the Petworth Library.


ANC 4C website:
http://www.anc4c.org

Season�s Greetings Ward 4 Democrats.  I am writing to advise you that
the Annual Meeting and Holiday Luncheon of the Ward 4 Democrats will
be held on Saturday, December 12, 2009 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the
Saint George Ballroom and Banquet Center, 4335 16th Street, N.W. Kim
Keenan, Esq., President of the D.C. Bar, will be our guest speaker for
this special event and her remarks will focus on the importance of
leadership in addressing community issues.   This festive event is one
of the major fundraising activities of the Ward 4 Democrats, and the
proceeds will be used to support our outreach activities, which will
continue to be very important as we approach upcoming elections in the
District of Columbia in 2010.  Tickets for this event are $25.00 per
person and can be purchased from Mrs. Joan Thomas (202-291-7561).
Please plan to join us for this special afternoon of Democratic fun
and fellowship as we celebrate the holiday season.
Regards. Deborah M. Royster, President, Ward 4 Democrats and D.C.
Democratic National Committeewoman

Poetry Mini-Marathon in Spanish

   A meet up of students from

� CENTER CITY P.C.S.

� POWELL Educational Campus

� McFARLAND Middle School


Saturday, December 5, 2009; 2pm - 3pm

CASA DE LA LUNA

4020 GEORGIA AVE. NW  WASHINGTON DC 20011

202-882-6227

Light refreshments will be served

This program is supported in part by ANC4C

Make a difference in your community.

Watch your US mail for your 2010 Census Form.

www.census.dc.gov

The District of Columbia is in need of hundreds of volunteers over the next
several weeks to assist with the very important H1N1 Vaccination Clinics. One of
the biggest days is this Saturday December 5th  from(6am � 2pm) at the Reeves
Center in Washington D.C. If you are interested in volunteering please contact
Francisco Crespo @ Francisco.crespo@...  to sign up.



  Please feel free to pass this information on to any and all groups you feel may
be interested.  Common questions we are receiving from potential participants
answered here:

1. Is there parking or metro nearby? Yes in most locations

2. Will I get the vaccine: only if you fall within the age and demographics
currently within the guidelines

3. What should I wear? Comfortable attire

4. Do I need special medical skills? No

5. What if I'm not available for the entire shift: We're appreciative of any
time you can give us

Join us for our monthly Community Meeting this Saturday, November 21,
at 12pm at the Petworth United Methodist Church, 32 Grant Circle.
Come learn about the future of Clark Elementary and meet a
representative from the Charter School that will occupy the building
and share suggestions about the use of Clark field.  Also, come learn
Winter safety tips and about the Orange Hat patrol. Additionally,
representatives from Council member Bowser's office will be present
providing relevant information and legislative updates. Come ask
questions, meet your neighbors and stay informed.
Shanel Anthony, ANC 4C07

Join Capitol Letters Writing Center for their monthly creative writing workshop
at the Watha T. Daniel/Shaw Library, 945 Rhode Island Ave, NW, from 2:00 pm -
3:30 pm. CLWC volunteer teachers will conduct a time capsule writing class,
encouraging participants to reflect on what they would do if they were in charge
of the world and seal their essays in a time capsule. Students will be inspired
by Judith Viorst's "If I were in charge of the World" and their own
imaginations.
This workshop takes place at Shaw on the tird Saturday of every month and is
open to 10 -14 year old kids. For more information and to make reservations,
please contact kira@....

Posted by JoAnn Russell
NW DC

Join us for our monthly Community Meeting this Saturday, November 21,
at 12pm.  The location is the Petworth United Methodist Church located
at 32 Grant Circle.  This month we will have representatives from MPD
giving an update about current crime in the neighborhood, and Officer
Chante Brodie will be present providing information on Winter Safety
tips and the Orange Hat Patrol.
Also, representatives from EL Haynes Public Chartered School will be
present discussing their plans for Clark Elementary.  EL Haynes plans
on opening next year, August 2010 at the Clark ES site.  Additionally,
representatives from Council member Bowser's office will be present
providing relevant information and legislative updates. Come ask
questions, meet your neighbors and stay informed.

Shanel Anthony, ANC 4C07

Volunteers needed to assist with "Miracle in the Nation's Capital" � the
distribution of 10,000 holiday meal baskets for families-in-need living in the
District of Columbia.

December 3, 2009 � 6 am � 9 pm
Shifts: 6 - 9 am, 9 - 12 am, 12 - 3 pm, 3 - 6 pm, 6 - 9 pm
DC Armory, 2001 East Capital Street, Washington DC
(Stadium Armory Station on the Blue & Orange Lines)

To register, send an email with contact information and shift preference to
volunteer@.... Trainings will be provided leading up the event; volunteers
are needed for a variety of duties.

Sponsored by the District of Columbia, Executive Office of the Mayor, Feed the
Children and the National Basketball Players Association

Volunteers are needed to staff citywide, free mass vaccination clinics!

No medical training necessary.  We are looking for volunteers for greeters,
clinical consultation, data entry, and more.  Complimentary meals are provided
for those who work full shifts. For questions, please email
H1N1.Volunteer@...

Saturday, November 14th �6am-3pm
Eliot-Hine Middle School (Ward 6); 1830 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, DC
20002
Kelly Miller Middle School (Ward 7); 301 49th St NE, Washington, DC 20019-4706
Hardy Middle School (Ward 2); 1819 35th St NW, Washington, DC 20007-2332

Thursday, November 19th � 3pm-10pm
Kennedy Recreation Center (Ward 2); 1401 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001-3331
Hillcrest Recreation Center (Ward 7); 3100 Denver St SE, Washington, DC 20020

Saturday, November 21th � 6am-3pm
North Michigan Recreation Center (Ward 5); 1333 Emerson St NW, Washington, DC
20011-6905
Bald Eagle Recreation Center (Ward 8); 100 Joliet St SW, Washington, DC 20032

Thursday, December 3th � 3pm-10pm
DC Stadium Armory; 2001 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC�

Saturday December 5th � 6am-2pm
Frank D. Reeves Municipal Center; 2000 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009-4484

Thursday December 10th � 3am-10pm
DC Stadium Armory; 2001 E Capitol St NE, Washington, DC�

Saturday December 12th � 6am-2pm
Frank D. Reeves Municipal Center; 2000 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20009-4484