Community-MPD Conversation on Burglaries: 28 August
FYI.? For those who are interested in learning more about recent crime in our neighorhood, Commissioner Oldenburg is organizing the below meeting with MPD.
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Regards,
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 28
7 PM TO 9PM
THE HILL CENTER, 921 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE SE
This meeting--which I have arranged with 1D MPD officials--is for residents concerned about this summer's spurt in house burglaries in PSA 106 and PSA 107.?
The objective of the meeting is to learn as much as we can about burglaries to help us individually from becoming victims and to find out what we as a community can do to help MPD reduce the number of these crimes.
To this end, I expect MPD officials to give us an update on the trends in the numbers, provide us with as much specific information about recent burglaries as they can without harming ongoing investigations ... and, to explain the kinds of actions police have taken and are taking to prevent more burglaries and to capture the perpetrators.?
There will be an opportunity to ask questions about burglaries.? (Questions about other matters will be deferred to the end of the meeting.? If there isn't time for them, they can be posed to police at the next regularly scheduled September PSA meetings.)
This email will not necessarily reach all those who have experienced a burglary this summer.? If you have such a neighbor, please make sure they learn about the meeting.
Questions?? Comments?
Kirsten
546-8542
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PS: Here is some good news and lots of helpful information from an Aug 11 posting on the MPD 1D Yahoo Group:
"A short time ago, First District Units received a 911 call for a suspicious person in the 500 Block of G Street, Southeast.? This call resulted in the arrest of a male subject for Receiving Stolen Property.
The apprehension of this suspect was possible because of the assistance that the community provided by immediately calling 911, and providing a good description of the subject and the prompt response of First District Sergeant Pabrezis and other officers. ?
As a reminder, subjects can be considered suspicious if they are going door to door in your neighborhood checking to see if doors are locked, observed looking into cars, or suddenly running from a property. Subjects whom you observe in this type of behavior may be involved in casing homes or businesses, burglary, theft from auto, fleeing the scene of a crime, drug activity, or even preparing for a robbery. If you see something that you believe is suspicious, please dial 911. We will respond and check it out.? It may turn out as this case did.
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Individuals who have information regarding crimes should call police at 202-727-9099. Additionally information may be submitted to the TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $10,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for any robbery committed in the District of Columbia."
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Lieutenant Michael?Thornton (PSA 108)
Cell (202) 425-7659
michael.thornton@...
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Re: Family films at Lincoln Park: Sat 8/13 & 9/15 at 8:45pm
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUGUST 10, 2012
"Movies by Moonlight" Family Films to be Hosted by DC Department of Parks and Recreation and the National Park Service
Collaboration by NPS, DPR and Councilmember Tommy Wells offers free family movies
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The National Park Service (NPS), the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), and Councilmember Tommy Wells today announced the kick off of “Movies by Moonlight”. This is the first collaboration of its kind to provide residents of all ages and families of all sizes the opportunity to enjoy viewing free, family-oriented films in NPS outdoor settings.
Ward 6 Councilmember Tommy Wells lauded the collaboration between NPS and DPR. “The National Park Service operates 90% of the parkland in the District,” Wells said. “’Movies by Moonlight’ is a great example of how we can utilize those NPS parks, with the help of DPR, to provide quality recreation programming for DC residents.”
“Movies by Moonlight” will take place on Monday, August 13th and Saturday, September 15th at Lincoln Park, 13th and East Capitol Streets, SE. Movies will begin at 8:45 pm and viewers are invited to bring their own snacks, lawn chairs, and blankets. Alcoholic beverages and grills are not permitted.
DPR Director Jesús Aguirre stated, “DPR is excited to partner with NPS and Councilmember Wells to show films at Lincoln Park.” He continued, “We share the same goal of providing safe recreational and physical activities and services for residents of all ages in green spaces across the District. We look forward to working together on this and other future initiatives.”
“Movies by Moonlight” kicks off Monday, August 13th with Night at the Museum.
Ben Stiller leads an all-star cast including Robin Williams and Dick Van Dyke in this hilarious blockbuster hit. When good-hearted dreamer Larry Daley (Stiller) is hired as night watchman at the Museum of Natural History, he soon discovers that an ancient curse brings all the exhibits to life after the sun sets. Suddenly, Larry finds himself face-to-face with a T. rex skeleton, tiny armies of Romans and cowboys and a mischievous monkey who taunts him to the breaking point. But with the help of President Teddy Roosevelt (Williams), Larry may just figure out a way to control the chaos and become a hero in his son's eyes. Boasting jaw-dropping special effects and laugh-out-loud moments, Night at the Museum is your ticket to nonstop fun!?
On Saturday, September 15, at 8:45pm “Movies by Moonlight” continues at Lincoln Park with the family film Madagascar.?
Madagascar is a 2005 American produced by , and released in movie theaters on May 27, 2005. The film tells the story of four animals who have spent their lives in blissful captivity and are unexpectedly shipped back to Africa, getting shipwrecked on the island of . The voices of , , , and are featured. Other voices include , , and .
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“Movies by Moonlight” is a joint collaboration that is an extension of DPR’s annual summer Movie Night schedule, which can be found in DPR’s Spring/Summer Guide, online at .
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For more information on DPR programs & activities and the most up-to-date summer information, be sure to
follow DPR on , , of visit the .
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Family films at Lincoln Park: Sat 8/13 & 9/15 at 8:45pm
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUGUST 10, 2012
"Movies by Moonlight" Family Films to be Hosted by DC Department of Parks and Recreation and the National Park Service
Collaboration by NPS, DPR and Councilmember Tommy Wells offers free family movies
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The National Park Service (NPS), the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), and Councilmember Tommy Wells today announced the kick off of “Movies by Moonlight”. This is the first collaboration of its kind to provide residents of all ages and families of all sizes the opportunity to enjoy viewing free, family-oriented films in NPS outdoor settings.
Ward 6 Councilmember Tommy Wells lauded the collaboration between NPS and DPR. “The National Park Service operates 90% of the parkland in the District,” Wells said. “’Movies by Moonlight’ is a great example of how we can utilize those NPS parks, with the help of DPR, to provide quality recreation programming for DC residents.”
“Movies by Moonlight” will take place on Monday, August 13th and Saturday, September 15th at Lincoln Park, 13th and East Capitol Streets, SE. Movies will begin at 8:45 pm and viewers are invited to bring their own snacks, lawn chairs, and blankets. Alcoholic beverages and grills are not permitted.
DPR Director Jesús Aguirre stated, “DPR is excited to partner with NPS and Councilmember Wells to show films at Lincoln Park.” He continued, “We share the same goal of providing safe recreational and physical activities and services for residents of all ages in green spaces across the District. We look forward to working together on this and other future initiatives.”
“Movies by Moonlight” kicks off Monday, August 13th with Night at the Museum.
Ben Stiller leads an all-star cast including Robin Williams and Dick Van Dyke in this hilarious blockbuster hit. When good-hearted dreamer Larry Daley (Stiller) is hired as night watchman at the Museum of Natural History, he soon discovers that an ancient curse brings all the exhibits to life after the sun sets. Suddenly, Larry finds himself face-to-face with a T. rex skeleton, tiny armies of Romans and cowboys and a mischievous monkey who taunts him to the breaking point. But with the help of President Teddy Roosevelt (Williams), Larry may just figure out a way to control the chaos and become a hero in his son's eyes. Boasting jaw-dropping special effects and laugh-out-loud moments, Night at the Museum is your ticket to nonstop fun!?
On Saturday, September 15, at 8:45pm “Movies by Moonlight” continues at Lincoln Park with the family film Madagascar.?
Madagascar is a 2005 American produced by , and released in movie theaters on May 27, 2005. The film tells the story of four animals who have spent their lives in blissful captivity and are unexpectedly shipped back to Africa, getting shipwrecked on the island of . The voices of , , , and are featured. Other voices include , , and .
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“Movies by Moonlight” is a joint collaboration that is an extension of DPR’s annual summer Movie Night schedule, which can be found in DPR’s Spring/Summer Guide, online at .
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For more information on DPR programs & activities and the most up-to-date summer information, be sure to
follow DPR on , , of visit the .
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I mentioned the 200-block of 11th St SE in my blog post today:
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Update on Performance Parking
Neighbors,
In September ANC6B will deliberate and vote on expansion of performance parking north of Pennsylvania Avenue. ?I've sent several e-mails on performance parking and conducted a community meeting to answer questions and gather feedback on the proposed expansion. ?The feedback has been positive. ?With few exceptions, residents recognize that this program will preserve parking for residents, as well as provide several other benefits such as a permanent visitor parking pass and access to non-automotive transit improvement funds for projects in our Single Member District. ??
With a vote looming, I want to provide some additional details on the program, the ANC's emerging approach to expansion and why I am in favor of the expansion.?
First, let me emphasize that this expansion installs?NO NEW METERS. ?I say again, NO NEW METERS. ?Previous e-mails may have caused some confusion about this. ?As a result of this confusion, I've been asked on several occasions why the ANC would implement a program that places new parking meters on residential streets. ?Fortunately for all of us, this is merely a rumor. ?
Attached you will find an updated information sheet that describes the mechanics of the program. ?In short, performance parking creates Zone 6 only parking on one side of the street, extends the hours of the residential parking program (RPP--the program that's currently in place), provides a permanent visitor pass to all addresses in the pilot area and allows residents to program funds from pre-existing meters for non-automotive projects in the neighborhood. ?ANC6B's Transportation Committee met in mid-July and formulated the following position on expansion:
July 2012 Draft Recommendation to the ANC:
1. ?The Committee recommends that ANC6B request expansion of the performance parking pilot in the areas allowed all the way up to but not including East Capitol Street;?
2. ?The Committee recommends that ANC6B request uniform hours and days across the pilot area: 7am to 9:30pm, Monday through Saturday;?
3. ?The Committee recommends that individual Commissioners work within their Single Member Districts to develop proposed exceptions to the standard North / West assignment of the "Zone 6 Resident Permit Parking Only" signs; and
4. ?The Committee will study and make recommendations on specific exceptions to the 6 days per week "Zone 6 Resident Permit Parking Only" postings, potentially allowing the 6B program to operate 7 days per week in designated commercial corridors. ?These exceptions will be proposed by SMD commissioners in consultation with affected neighboring SMDs and will be subject to approval of the full Commission.
I am strongly in favor of expansion. ?I believe it will relieve parking pressure stemming from our growing commercial corridor, especially as the Hine project comes on line; it will create opportunities to make our neighborhood more livable and walkable through the budgeting of PPP funds for sustainability projects in our neighborhood; and it will provide neighbors with a convenient parking pass for use with friends, contractors and day-time service providers. ? I am also committed to obtaining visitor parking passes for neighbors not in the pilot area (those east of 11th St) and to working with the City to improve the process for obtaining multiple visitor passes for parties, dinners and other gatherings.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. ?If you believe your block merits an exception (items 3&4 above) to the standard implementation scheme, please contact me so that we can assess the situation. ? I am also looking for people to help me flyer blocks in the proposed expansion area--please contact me if you're willing to help with a block or two. ?Lastly, I'm happy to hold meetings block-by-block to discuss this issue (one is already scheduled for the 900 block of C St.).
Regards,
Brian Pate Commissioner ANC6B05
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Re: National Night Out - Reminder and Update
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Hi Brian,?
Thanks for organizing this, my daughter and? I will be there.?
Elizabeth. 230 11th st?
On Aug 6, 2012, at 12:48 AM, Brian Pate < patebc@...> wrote:
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Neighbors,
Just a reminder that National Night Out, MPD's annual community outreach event, takes place on August 7th. ?
The NNO event planned for 6:30PM at Gessford Ct is a go, with one "cool" change. ?Instead of a BYOM BBQ, we will be hosting a BYOT (Bring Your Own Topping) ice cream social. ?The rest of the event remains the same.
So bring your favorite rainbow sprinkles over to Gessford Ct at 6:30PM on Tuesday, participate in a short neighborhood walk, then return to Gessford at 7PM to share a scoop of vanilla, chocolate or sherbet with the Officers that patrol our streets. ?Coffee will be served. ?
For planning purposes, please send me a note if you are attending.
Hope to see folks there.
Regards,
Brian Pate
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Re: National Night Out - Reminder and Update
Hi Brian,?
Thanks for organizing this, my daughter and? I will be there.?
Elizabeth. 230 11th st?
On Aug 6, 2012, at 12:48 AM, Brian Pate < patebc@...> wrote:
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Neighbors,
Just a reminder that National Night Out, MPD's annual community outreach event, takes place on August 7th. ?
The NNO event planned for 6:30PM at Gessford Ct is a go, with one "cool" change. ?Instead of a BYOM BBQ, we will be hosting a BYOT (Bring Your Own Topping) ice cream social. ?The rest of the event remains the same.
So bring your favorite rainbow sprinkles over to Gessford Ct at 6:30PM on Tuesday, participate in a short neighborhood walk, then return to Gessford at 7PM to share a scoop of vanilla, chocolate or sherbet with the Officers that patrol our streets. ?Coffee will be served. ?
For planning purposes, please send me a note if you are attending.
Hope to see folks there.
Regards,
Brian Pate
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National Night Out - Reminder and Update
Neighbors,
Just a reminder that National Night Out, MPD's annual community outreach event, takes place on August 7th. ?
The NNO event planned for 6:30PM at Gessford Ct is a go, with one "cool" change. ?Instead of a BYOM BBQ, we will be hosting a BYOT (Bring Your Own Topping) ice cream social. ?The rest of the event remains the same.
So bring your favorite rainbow sprinkles over to Gessford Ct at 6:30PM on Tuesday, participate in a short neighborhood walk, then return to Gessford at 7PM to share a scoop of vanilla, chocolate or sherbet with the Officers that patrol our streets. ?Coffee will be served. ?
For planning purposes, please send me a note if you are attending.
Hope to see folks there.
Regards,
Brian Pate
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On Aug 5, 2012, at 12:52 PM, Elizabeth Eddie < elizabetheddie@...> wrote:
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Hi neighbors,
My little ladies ( Kimberly and her friend Juna) decided that they will do a lemonade stand in front of our house. It's 230 11th st so stop by for a 50 cents cup of homemade lemonade.
Thanks!!
Elizabeth.
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Hi neighbors,
My little ladies ( Kimberly and her friend Juna) decided that they will do a lemonade stand in front of our house. It's 230 11th st so stop by for a 50 cents cup of homemade lemonade.
Thanks!!
Elizabeth.
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Save the Date - National Night Out with MPD
Neighbors,
Next Tuesday, August 7th, is the Metropolitan Police Department's National Night Out--a City and Nationwide event focussed on deepening relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve. ?
Please save the date, and consider joining your neighbors and the MPD Officers who patrol our streets at 6:30PM on August 7th at Gessford Court. ?We'll rally in Gessford Court (200 block between 11th and 12th Streets), do a 30-minute community walk with the Officers of PSA 107, then reconvene at 7PM for a BYOM and BYOB BBQ. ?
Understanding that it's a "school night", I look forward to seeing as many folks as possible. ?More details to follow.
Regards,
Brian
ANC6B05
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fresh organic garlic and tomatoes for sale at our place tomorrow
Again our csa will have some extra organic produce for sale.
Tomorrow (Thursday) our porch (219 11th st):
Garlic ($2 a head) and some heirloom tomatoes for $5 a pound.
If interested swing by between 4-7pm.
antonia
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From our csa.
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Small local vegetable farm has surplus garlic for sale!? Not certified organic but grown organically, there was a bumper crop.? Stop by 219 11th St SE between 4-7 on Thursdays to purchase.? One bulb for $2 or a pound (between 10-12) for $16.? Thanks for checking us out!!!
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thanks Brian
great report
and great news that you're running again! M
On Jul 24, 2012, at 9:07 AM, toni Herzog wrote:
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Brian, Thanks for this very helpful update and I am very pleased to hear you plan to run again as our ANC coomissioner. You've done a great job supporting our neighborhood and addressing key issues over the last 2 years! Antonia |
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Neighbors,
A few updates:
Hine Project Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission held its last public hearing on 12 July. ?Over the next month-and-a-half, the ZC will formulate a zoning order that establishes the final form of the project. ?Based on comments from the various ZC Commissioners, I would not be surprised to see additional changes to the project. ?Members of the Zoning Commission expressed concern over the concentration of affordable housing and the design of the project's North building. ?The ZC will likely promulgate its zoning order at its September 10th meeting. ?Of importance, ANC6B continues to work with Stanton Eastbanc and neighbors adjacent to the project to finalize the remaining details of a construction management agreement.?
Eastern Market?
Legislation - The City Council's Committee on Government Operations should hold follow-on mark up hearings on the 2012 Eastern Market Preservation and Development Act in September, when the Council returns from Summer recess. ?At the initial hearing, the Mayor's representative, the General Counsel for the Department of General Services, communicated that the executive branch objected to the legislation, but failed to provide detailed justifications for their position. My hunch is that their concerns, as well as some of the issues brought forward by the Committee Chair, Muriel Bowser, are largely political in nature and will be resolved by September. ?
300 Block of 7th St - Future closure of the 300 block of 7th St (between C St and Penn Ave) has been a central element of the ANC's effort to preserve the size and scope of the Market during Hine construction and beyond. ?Indeed, once the development is built, closure of this street when combined with the newly created C St plaza, would actually expand the capacity of the current market. ?Given some of the uncertainty around final resolution of Eastern Market legislation and the need to support market activities during and after construction of Hine, in September I will be putting forward a resolution for ANC consideration that asks the City to provide pre-approval for the weekend closure of this block of 7th St. ?Decoupling the issue of street closure from the rest of the legislation provides additional confidence that this will happen, and
makes the community less dependent on the legislation to mitigate the potentially adverse affects of the Hine development on the long term viability of the market. ?Placing the issue before the ANC also allows for a public discussion and an opportunity to work through some of the second and third order effects of closing the street (chiefly the impact on brick-and-mortar businesses and Eastern Market delivery patterns). ?
Eastern Market Weekday Farmers' Line - Thanks to those of you who supported the first two incarnations of "Fresh Tuesdays at Eastern Market". ?The market manager reports that the line was busy and successful both Tuesdays. ?The weekday line will continue through the end of the growing season--please keep it in mind (and don't forget to patronize your favorite indoor merchants as well!). ?
Neighborhood Security
National Night Out (NNO) -- NNO is the Metropolitan Police Department's marque community outreach event every year. ?This year, events will take place in early August. ?Stay tuned for details on an SMD event, most likely on the 4th of August.
Projects in our Single Member District
?? ? ? ? ? Resurfacing of the 800 block of A St - ?This project is complete! ?Thanks for the patience of the neighbors who endured the protracted project time line. ?
200 block of 9th & 10th St Alley Resurfacing - I am meeting with residents adjacent to this alley on Tuesday night to discuss the current sewer main replacement (DC Water) and future restoration efforts (DDOT). ?Given DDOT's silence on planned next steps with this alley, we need to begin an active lobbying campaign to get their attention. ?In order to do this, it's important to have a unified vision for the restoration. ?That's something I hope to hammer out on Tuesday...
Sidewalks - The City has repaired all sidewalks on the FY12 priority list, and even completed several projects identified as potential FY13 efforts. ?If you still have an impassable sidewalk, please let me know and we'll get it on DDOT's radar. ?
Expansion of Performance Parking?
In September, ANC6B will consider a resolution to request expansion of the performance parking pilot area north to East Capital and east to 11th St. ?I am in favor of this expansion, and have received almost universally positive feedback on the idea. ?A short recap--performance parking will preserve one side of each street for Zone 6 only parking, and extend the hours of the Residential Parking Permit (RPP) regimen on the other side of the street (RPP = green parking signs). ?This is good for residents, especially those living near commercial corridors. ?I will have flyers with program details next week, and am looking for volunteers to help pass them out on their block. ?In conjunction with expansion of the pilot area, I will also be asking DDOT's parking czar, Damon Harvey, to issue permanent
visitor parking passes to the remainder of the SMD (not already covered in the pilot area). ?
Planning and Zoning Committee Resident Member
I'm looking for a new P&Z resident member to replace Susan Eads Role, who recently assumed the role of ANC6B Executive Director. ?This Committee has an important role to play in development, zoning and historic preservation issues in our community. ?Resident members can deliberate on all matters and vote on issues that occur within their SMD or when the ANC Commissioner is not present. ?Please contact me if you're interested!
2012 ANC Elections
After much introspection and internal deliberation, I've intend to run for one more term as your ANC Commissioner. ?It has been challenging at times, and I know I've cast some votes that did not enjoy unanimous support, but ultimately it has been rewarding and deeply satisfying to work with neighbors to resolve issues that impact our daily lives. ?There are several initiatives underway that I would like to see through to completion, especially those that impact the fundamental character of the ANC as a civic institution. ?Should I win, this would be my last term.
As always, please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Best,
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thanks Brian
great report
and great news that you're running again! M
On Jul 24, 2012, at 9:07 AM, toni Herzog wrote:
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Brian, Thanks for this very helpful update and I am very pleased to hear you plan to run again as our ANC coomissioner. You've done a great job supporting our neighborhood and addressing key issues over the last 2 years! Antonia |
From:
Brian Pate <patebc@...>;
To:
Gessford Court <gessfordcourt@...>; <11thSEblock@...>;
Bcc:
<antoniaherzog2004@...>;
Subject:
Fwd: Civic updates
Sent:
Tue, Jul 24, 2012 5:49:27 AM
Neighbors,
A few updates:
Hine Project Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission held its last public hearing on 12 July. ?Over the next month-and-a-half, the ZC will formulate a zoning order that establishes the final form of the project. ?Based on comments from the various ZC Commissioners, I would not be surprised to see additional changes to the project. ?Members of the Zoning Commission expressed concern over the concentration of affordable housing and the design of the project's North building. ?The ZC will likely promulgate its zoning order at its September 10th meeting. ?Of importance, ANC6B continues to work with Stanton Eastbanc and neighbors adjacent to the project to finalize the remaining details of a construction management agreement.?
Eastern Market?
Legislation - The City Council's Committee on Government Operations should hold follow-on mark up hearings on the 2012 Eastern Market Preservation and Development Act in September, when the Council returns from Summer recess. ?At the initial hearing, the Mayor's representative, the General Counsel for the Department of General Services, communicated that the executive branch objected to the legislation, but failed to provide detailed justifications for their position. My hunch is that their concerns, as well as some of the issues brought forward by the Committee Chair, Muriel Bowser, are largely political in nature and will be resolved by September. ?
300 Block of 7th St - Future closure of the 300 block of 7th St (between C St and Penn Ave) has been a central element of the ANC's effort to preserve the size and scope of the Market during Hine construction and beyond. ?Indeed, once the development is built, closure of this street when combined with the newly created C St plaza, would actually expand the capacity of the current market. ?Given some of the uncertainty around final resolution of Eastern Market legislation and the need to support market activities during and after construction of Hine, in September I will be putting forward a resolution for ANC consideration that asks the City to provide pre-approval for the weekend closure of this block of 7th St. ?Decoupling the issue of street closure from the rest of the legislation provides additional confidence that this will happen, and
makes the community less dependent on the legislation to mitigate the potentially adverse affects of the Hine development on the long term viability of the market. ?Placing the issue before the ANC also allows for a public discussion and an opportunity to work through some of the second and third order effects of closing the street (chiefly the impact on brick-and-mortar businesses and Eastern Market delivery patterns). ?
Eastern Market Weekday Farmers' Line - Thanks to those of you who supported the first two incarnations of "Fresh Tuesdays at Eastern Market". ?The market manager reports that the line was busy and successful both Tuesdays. ?The weekday line will continue through the end of the growing season--please keep it in mind (and don't forget to patronize your favorite indoor merchants as well!). ?
Neighborhood Security
National Night Out (NNO) -- NNO is the Metropolitan Police Department's marque community outreach event every year. ?This year, events will take place in early August. ?Stay tuned for details on an SMD event, most likely on the 4th of August.
Projects in our Single Member District
?? ? ? ? ? Resurfacing of the 800 block of A St - ?This project is complete! ?Thanks for the patience of the neighbors who endured the protracted project time line. ?
200 block of 9th & 10th St Alley Resurfacing - I am meeting with residents adjacent to this alley on Tuesday night to discuss the current sewer main replacement (DC Water) and future restoration efforts (DDOT). ?Given DDOT's silence on planned next steps with this alley, we need to begin an active lobbying campaign to get their attention. ?In order to do this, it's important to have a unified vision for the restoration. ?That's something I hope to hammer out on Tuesday...
Sidewalks - The City has repaired all sidewalks on the FY12 priority list, and even completed several projects identified as potential FY13 efforts. ?If you still have an impassable sidewalk, please let me know and we'll get it on DDOT's radar. ?
Expansion of Performance Parking?
In September, ANC6B will consider a resolution to request expansion of the performance parking pilot area north to East Capital and east to 11th St. ?I am in favor of this expansion, and have received almost universally positive feedback on the idea. ?A short recap--performance parking will preserve one side of each street for Zone 6 only parking, and extend the hours of the Residential Parking Permit (RPP) regimen on the other side of the street (RPP = green parking signs). ?This is good for residents, especially those living near commercial corridors. ?I will have flyers with program details next week, and am looking for volunteers to help pass them out on their block. ?In conjunction with expansion of the pilot area, I will also be asking DDOT's parking czar, Damon Harvey, to issue permanent
visitor parking passes to the remainder of the SMD (not already covered in the pilot area). ?
Planning and Zoning Committee Resident Member
I'm looking for a new P&Z resident member to replace Susan Eads Role, who recently assumed the role of ANC6B Executive Director. ?This Committee has an important role to play in development, zoning and historic preservation issues in our community. ?Resident members can deliberate on all matters and vote on issues that occur within their SMD or when the ANC Commissioner is not present. ?Please contact me if you're interested!
2012 ANC Elections
After much introspection and internal deliberation, I've intend to run for one more term as your ANC Commissioner. ?It has been challenging at times, and I know I've cast some votes that did not enjoy unanimous support, but ultimately it has been rewarding and deeply satisfying to work with neighbors to resolve issues that impact our daily lives. ?There are several initiatives underway that I would like to see through to completion, especially those that impact the fundamental character of the ANC as a civic institution. ?Should I win, this would be my last term.
As always, please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Best,
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Brian, Thanks for this very helpful update and I am very pleased to hear you plan to run again as our ANC coomissioner. You've done a great job supporting our neighborhood and addressing key issues over the last 2 years! Antonia |
From:
Brian Pate ;
To:
Gessford Court ; <11thSEblock@...>;
Bcc:
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Subject:
Fwd: Civic updates
Sent:
Tue, Jul 24, 2012 5:49:27 AM
Neighbors,
A few updates:
Hine Project Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission held its last public hearing on 12 July. ?Over the next month-and-a-half, the ZC will formulate a zoning order that establishes the final form of the project. ?Based on comments from the various ZC Commissioners, I would not be surprised to see additional changes to the project. ?Members of the Zoning Commission expressed concern over the concentration of affordable housing and the design of the project's North building. ?The ZC will likely promulgate its zoning order at its September 10th meeting. ?Of importance, ANC6B continues to work with Stanton Eastbanc and neighbors adjacent to the project to finalize the remaining details of a construction management agreement.?
Eastern Market?
Legislation - The City Council's Committee on Government Operations should hold follow-on mark up hearings on the 2012 Eastern Market Preservation and Development Act in September, when the Council returns from Summer recess. ?At the initial hearing, the Mayor's representative, the General Counsel for the Department of General Services, communicated that the executive branch objected to the legislation, but failed to provide detailed justifications for their position. My hunch is that their concerns, as well as some of the issues brought forward by the Committee Chair, Muriel Bowser, are largely political in nature and will be resolved by September. ?
300 Block of 7th St - Future closure of the 300 block of 7th St (between C St and Penn Ave) has been a central element of the ANC's effort to preserve the size and scope of the Market during Hine construction and beyond. ?Indeed, once the development is built, closure of this street when combined with the newly created C St plaza, would actually expand the capacity of the current market. ?Given some of the uncertainty around final resolution of Eastern Market legislation and the need to support market activities during and after construction of Hine, in September I will be putting forward a resolution for ANC consideration that asks the City to provide pre-approval for the weekend closure of this block of 7th St. ?Decoupling the issue of street closure from the rest of the legislation provides additional confidence that this will happen, and
makes the community less dependent on the legislation to mitigate the potentially adverse affects of the Hine development on the long term viability of the market. ?Placing the issue before the ANC also allows for a public discussion and an opportunity to work through some of the second and third order effects of closing the street (chiefly the impact on brick-and-mortar businesses and Eastern Market delivery patterns). ?
Eastern Market Weekday Farmers' Line - Thanks to those of you who supported the first two incarnations of "Fresh Tuesdays at Eastern Market". ?The market manager reports that the line was busy and successful both Tuesdays. ?The weekday line will continue through the end of the growing season--please keep it in mind (and don't forget to patronize your favorite indoor merchants as well!). ?
Neighborhood Security
National Night Out (NNO) -- NNO is the Metropolitan Police Department's marque community outreach event every year. ?This year, events will take place in early August. ?Stay tuned for details on an SMD event, most likely on the 4th of August.
Projects in our Single Member District
?? ? ? ? ? Resurfacing of the 800 block of A St - ?This project is complete! ?Thanks for the patience of the neighbors who endured the protracted project time line. ?
200 block of 9th & 10th St Alley Resurfacing - I am meeting with residents adjacent to this alley on Tuesday night to discuss the current sewer main replacement (DC Water) and future restoration efforts (DDOT). ?Given DDOT's silence on planned next steps with this alley, we need to begin an active lobbying campaign to get their attention. ?In order to do this, it's important to have a unified vision for the restoration. ?That's something I hope to hammer out on Tuesday...
Sidewalks - The City has repaired all sidewalks on the FY12 priority list, and even completed several projects identified as potential FY13 efforts. ?If you still have an impassable sidewalk, please let me know and we'll get it on DDOT's radar. ?
Expansion of Performance Parking?
In September, ANC6B will consider a resolution to request expansion of the performance parking pilot area north to East Capital and east to 11th St. ?I am in favor of this expansion, and have received almost universally positive feedback on the idea. ?A short recap--performance parking will preserve one side of each street for Zone 6 only parking, and extend the hours of the Residential Parking Permit (RPP) regimen on the other side of the street (RPP = green parking signs). ?This is good for residents, especially those living near commercial corridors. ?I will have flyers with program details next week, and am looking for volunteers to help pass them out on their block. ?In conjunction with expansion of the pilot area, I will also be asking DDOT's parking czar, Damon Harvey, to issue permanent
visitor parking passes to the remainder of the SMD (not already covered in the pilot area). ?
Planning and Zoning Committee Resident Member
I'm looking for a new P&Z resident member to replace Susan Eads Role, who recently assumed the role of ANC6B Executive Director. ?This Committee has an important role to play in development, zoning and historic preservation issues in our community. ?Resident members can deliberate on all matters and vote on issues that occur within their SMD or when the ANC Commissioner is not present. ?Please contact me if you're interested!
2012 ANC Elections
After much introspection and internal deliberation, I've intend to run for one more term as your ANC Commissioner. ?It has been challenging at times, and I know I've cast some votes that did not enjoy unanimous support, but ultimately it has been rewarding and deeply satisfying to work with neighbors to resolve issues that impact our daily lives. ?There are several initiatives underway that I would like to see through to completion, especially those that impact the fundamental character of the ANC as a civic institution. ?Should I win, this would be my last term.
As always, please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Best,
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Neighbors,
A few updates:
Hine Project Zoning Commission
The Zoning Commission held its last public hearing on 12 July. ?Over the next month-and-a-half, the ZC will formulate a zoning order that establishes the final form of the project. ?Based on comments from the various ZC Commissioners, I would not be surprised to see additional changes to the project. ?Members of the Zoning Commission expressed concern over the concentration of affordable housing and the design of the project's North building. ?The ZC will likely promulgate its zoning order at its September 10th meeting. ?Of importance, ANC6B continues to work with Stanton Eastbanc and neighbors adjacent to the project to finalize the remaining details of a construction management agreement.?
Eastern Market?
Legislation - The City Council's Committee on Government Operations should hold follow-on mark up hearings on the 2012 Eastern Market Preservation and Development Act in September, when the Council returns from Summer recess. ?At the initial hearing, the Mayor's representative, the General Counsel for the Department of General Services, communicated that the executive branch objected to the legislation, but failed to provide detailed justifications for their position. My hunch is that their concerns, as well as some of the issues brought forward by the Committee Chair, Muriel Bowser, are largely political in nature and will be resolved by September. ?
300 Block of 7th St - Future closure of the 300 block of 7th St (between C St and Penn Ave) has been a central element of the ANC's effort to preserve the size and scope of the Market during Hine construction and beyond. ?Indeed, once the development is built, closure of this street when combined with the newly created C St plaza, would actually expand the capacity of the current market. ?Given some of the uncertainty around final resolution of Eastern Market legislation and the need to support market activities during and after construction of Hine, in September I will be putting forward a resolution for ANC consideration that asks the City to provide pre-approval for the weekend closure of this block of 7th St. ?Decoupling the issue of street closure from the rest of the legislation provides additional confidence that this will happen, and makes the community less dependent on the legislation to mitigate the potentially adverse affects of the Hine development on the long term viability of the market. ?Placing the issue before the ANC also allows for a public discussion and an opportunity to work through some of the second and third order effects of closing the street (chiefly the impact on brick-and-mortar businesses and Eastern Market delivery patterns). ?
Eastern Market Weekday Farmers' Line - Thanks to those of you who supported the first two incarnations of "Fresh Tuesdays at Eastern Market". ?The market manager reports that the line was busy and successful both Tuesdays. ?The weekday line will continue through the end of the growing season--please keep it in mind (and don't forget to patronize your favorite indoor merchants as well!). ?
Neighborhood Security
National Night Out (NNO) -- NNO is the Metropolitan Police Department's marque community outreach event every year. ?This year, events will take place in early August. ?Stay tuned for details on an SMD event, most likely on the 4th of August.
Projects in our Single Member District
?? ? ? ? ? Resurfacing of the 800 block of A St - ?This project is complete! ?Thanks for the patience of the neighbors who endured the protracted project time line. ?
200 block of 9th & 10th St Alley Resurfacing - I am meeting with residents adjacent to this alley on Tuesday night to discuss the current sewer main replacement (DC Water) and future restoration efforts (DDOT). ?Given DDOT's silence on planned next steps with this alley, we need to begin an active lobbying campaign to get their attention. ?In order to do this, it's important to have a unified vision for the restoration. ?That's something I hope to hammer out on Tuesday...
Sidewalks - The City has repaired all sidewalks on the FY12 priority list, and even completed several projects identified as potential FY13 efforts. ?If you still have an impassable sidewalk, please let me know and we'll get it on DDOT's radar. ?
Expansion of Performance Parking?
In September, ANC6B will consider a resolution to request expansion of the performance parking pilot area north to East Capital and east to 11th St. ?I am in favor of this expansion, and have received almost universally positive feedback on the idea. ?A short recap--performance parking will preserve one side of each street for Zone 6 only parking, and extend the hours of the Residential Parking Permit (RPP) regimen on the other side of the street (RPP = green parking signs). ?This is good for residents, especially those living near commercial corridors. ?I will have flyers with program details next week, and am looking for volunteers to help pass them out on their block. ?In conjunction with expansion of the pilot area, I will also be asking DDOT's parking czar, Damon Harvey, to issue permanent visitor parking passes to the remainder of the SMD (not already covered in the pilot area). ?
Planning and Zoning Committee Resident Member
I'm looking for a new P&Z resident member to replace Susan Eads Role, who recently assumed the role of ANC6B Executive Director. ?This Committee has an important role to play in development, zoning and historic preservation issues in our community. ?Resident members can deliberate on all matters and vote on issues that occur within their SMD or when the ANC Commissioner is not present. ?Please contact me if you're interested!
2012 ANC Elections
After much introspection and internal deliberation, I've intend to run for one more term as your ANC Commissioner. ?It has been challenging at times, and I know I've cast some votes that did not enjoy unanimous support, but ultimately it has been rewarding and deeply satisfying to work with neighbors to resolve issues that impact our daily lives. ?There are several initiatives underway that I would like to see through to completion, especially those that impact the fundamental character of the ANC as a civic institution. ?Should I win, this would be my last term.
As always, please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Best,
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fresh organic garlic for sale this afternoon/evening at our place
From our csa. ? Small local vegetable farm has surplus garlic for sale!? Not certified organic but grown organically, there was a bumper crop.? Stop by 219 11th St SE between 4-7 on Thursdays to purchase.? One bulb for $2 or a pound (between 10-12) for $16.? Thanks for checking us out!!!
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Security Walk, Friday 9-11PM
Neighbors,
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Just a reminder that we'll be walking this Friday night from 9-11PM.? Rally at the corner of Kentucky and Independence.? MPD will join us half-way through the walk.
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Regards,
Brian
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Capitol Hill Wine Makers Club
I'm looking to start a home wine makers club on the Hill. The Capitol Hill Wine Makers Club will be a group of folks who love to discuss, make and drink fine wines.
The idea is for members of the club to meet once a month, where we share wine and food, have a business meeting, and discuss wine related issues such as: wine making tips, wine tasting, and wine with food.
Wine making activities will range from "kit" wines, to "made-from-scratch" grape wines, to "country" wines (made from fruit or even vegetables), to Mead (made from honey).
If popular, the club will also run a homemade wine competition.
Interested?
First meeting will be Monday, July 16th, at 7:30PM
Tim Childress
11th & Independence SE
tim_childress@...
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Re: Eastern Market Weekday Farmer's Line and Quick Updates
Thanks Brian very helpful information. I am especially excited about the new Tuesday farmers market at Eastern Market. I'll definitely be checking it out. Antonia
From: Brian Pate <patebc@...> To: Lincoln Park DC listserve ; Gessford Court ; 11thSEblock@... Sent: Friday, July 6, 2012 12:12 AM Subject: Eastern Market Weekday Farmer's Line and Quick Updates
Neighbors,
A few quick updates for you:
Eastern Market Weekday Farmers' Line - I'm happy to announce that Eastern Market will hold its first weekday farmers' market on Tuesday, July 10th from 3-7PM. ?The line will be a mix of the familiar and the new, with 6 new farmers joining 5 farmers from the current weekend line. ?Several of the new farmers are Amish farmers from Maryland. ?Please consider dropping by and supporting both our Market and the local food shed.
Security Walk - It has been awhile since our last walk, so mark your calendars for Friday, July 20th from 9-11PM. ?We'll rally at the corner of Kentucky and Independence Ave, then walk for an hour before linking up with MPD for the last half of the walk. ?
ANC6B's New Executive Director - ?ANC6B recently selected a new Executive Director from several excellent, highly qualified candidates. ?We are lucky to have Susan Eads-Role serving in the position. ?Susan is our neighbor (of the 200 block of 10th St gang) ?and brings a wealth of parliamentary and legislative experience to the job. ?In addition to ensuring that the operations of the Commission run smoothly, Susan is yet another resource to help residents navigate the various processes of DC government, from zoning to historic preservation and beyond.
311 on-line - 311, the District's service call center, launched a mobile application in April. ?You can download it at?http://seeclickfix.com/washington. ?I've been using it for about two months now and find it to be very handy for quickly submitting infrastructure problems (street lights, pot holes, etc.) to the City. ?Of course, it's not a panacea, but it is a helpful tool. ?If you are using it already and have any feedback, I'd love to hear it. ?
Grade DC - ?If you don't get your problem fixed fast enough, consider letting the City know about it at http://grade.dc.gov, the City's newly launched feedback collection platform. ?It remains to be seen what the City will do with the information it collects, but it never hurts to provide them with feedback both negative and positive.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns and I'll do my best to get back to you. ?And please, please, please if you see me out and about, don't hesitate to stop me and let me know what's on your mind. ?My wife recently overheard someone at a sidewalk cafe saying that I looked "unapproachable", when the truth is most likely they just observed me trying to stay one step ahead of my five-year old son! ? I am always happy to hear what you have to say, even if its a registration of disagreement.
Speaking of disagreement, look for updates on Hine, Eastern Market legislation and the status of several other neighborhood projects in the next week or two.
Regards,
Brian
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