June 2022 was a lot to handle. There continue to be many bright spots to the year, but uncertain national and municipal political futures leave DC in a tough position.
As we work toward solutions to the challenges ahead, seemingly small actions can make a big difference. Whether that's supporting local organizations or simply cleaning Kalorama Park, our neighborhood is full of selfless individuals caring for one another.
Here's a look back at June 2022, a glance toward July 2022, our resident + business in focus plus this month's video briefing.
WHAT WE DID
A settlement agreement with Johnny Pistolas passed 6-0
These are voluntary agreements between community groups like the ANC and liquor vendors over the terms of their business operations
A letter in support of a pilot pedestrian zone on 18th St NW passed 6-0
This passed on the condition that potential disruption to side streets like Kalorama Rd NW is adequately mitigated as part of this tentative pilot program
Represented ANC 1C at the June 2022 Adams Morgan Partnership BID board meeting
Testified in support of a bill of rights for domestic workers in DC
Spoke with WJLA news on public safety and the need for well-informed policy decisions
Signed a letter along with 31 other Commissioners requesting Council Chairperson Phil Mendelson advances the hiring process for Executive Director of the Office of ANCs in a more timely manner
Signed a letter in support of establishing a publicly owned utility company for DC
This letter was from select ANC commissioners, but others can sign a version from the general public here!
Participated in the dedication of SUSTAIN: A Public Art Experience outside the Line Hotel
WHAT'S UP NEXT
July 6: ANC 1C general meeting (agenda here, link to attend here)
July 7: I'll be testifying in support of legislation which would allow permanent residents to vote in local DC elections
Written testimony can be submitted to judiciary@dccouncil.us until July 22, 2022
July 14: I'll be testifying in support of legislation intended to establish DC as a safe haven to receive abortions and reproductive health services
More info about testifying orally or in writing is available here
July 14: DMPED will host a public hearing on the future redevelopment of 1617 U St NW
This site currently houses a fire department and police station, which are both expected to remain at that location after redevelopment
July 21: DDOT is hosting an informational session with ANC commissioners on potential permanent streatery guidelines
Share your questions, concerns, and preferences with me here
Ongoing: many liquor licenses in ANC 1C are up for renewal in 2022
Please reach out if you have any feedback—positive or negative—on establishments
Ongoing: DC Water is finishing up the replacement of lead pipes on Wyoming Ave NW
Please continue to contact me with concerns, as this project's schedule has changed multiple times
KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS
Resident in focus: Clotilde Minster
Lives on: Columbia Rd NW
Originally from: Eastern France
In Adams Morgan since: 2020
For fun: Enjoys spending time hiking, cycling, and is photography aficionado
For work: Makes transport and cities more sustainable
Favorite part of living in Adams Morgan: "The urban feel, the restaurants and coffees shops, the bookshops, the community and people living here, the parks"
Business in focus: Habana Village
Industry: Food and beverage
Address: 1834 Columbia Rd NW
In Adams Morgan since: 1991
One of Adams Morgan's quintessential Latino businesses, stop by for great food, music and drinks
If you would like to nominate an Adams Morgan 1C03 business or resident (including yourself!) to be featured in a future month's update, message me here
See a reference or abbreviation you don't understand? Look it up in my ANC key term index
Don't miss July's video update! Always about 1 minute long; this month's topic is parking
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