The 2024 election season is almost officially over. But whatever the results turn out to be, there will be work left ahead to address many challenges. The list of neighborhood-level concerns I've discussed with constituents lately is long and growing: rodent control, traffic safety, disruptive tenants, irresponsible landlords, park maintenance, public art projects, and small business retention are but a few examples.
One of the more effective tools I've relied upon as commissioner is a simple one: listening to residents. If you are in a tenants' union, condo board, or simply want to share your thoughts on neighborhood affairs, send me a message and we can schedule a time to chat. Especially with DC's next budget season quickly approaching, now is a good time to figure out what priorities I can advocate for in the coming months.
Now let's revisit October 2024, preview November 2024, meet our organization + business in focus, and see this month's video briefing.
WHAT WE DID
Passed a resolution (7-0) urging WMATA replace the outgoing Circulator bus routes with sufficient service for Adams Morgan
Passed support for multiple, unrelated zoning variances for properties throughout Adams Morgan
Proposed zoning variance at 2302 Ontario Road NW (passed 7-0)
Proposed zoning special exception at 1837 Vernon Street NW (7-0)
Proposed PUD and Zoning Map Amendment at 2384 Champlain Street NW (7-0)
Approved (7-0) ANC 1C's budget for the 2025 fiscal year
Authorized (7-0) use of ANC 1C funds to change the website host
I spent many hours building a new website for ANC 1C
Have a look at the new layout and share your thoughts!
Helped prepare Kalorama Park's Jardín de Mariposas (Butterfly Garden) for winter weather
This flower garden is entirely supported by volunteers
If you're interested in helping with the garden in 2025, let me know and I'll get you in touch with the organizers
WHAT'S UP NEXT
November 5: Election day. If you haven't voted already, find a polling place near you
You can find more information about my candidacy in the League of Women Voters guide
November 6: ANC 1C general meeting (agenda here, link to attend here)
Ongoing: I am organizing with residents and commissioners regarding issues at residential properties controlled by UIP Property Management
If you've had problems while living in a UIP property and we haven't already spoken, please send me a message
KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS
Organization in focus: DC Tutoring and Mentoring Initiative
When they began: 2016
What they do: pair volunteers with DC students seeking academic support
How you can help: become a tutor or mentor!
Business in focus: Cana
Industry: Retail, food & beverage
Address: 2412 18th St NW
In Adams Morgan since: 2024
The ambiance is hard to beat, and their food menu is sure to satisfy lovers of Brazilian cuisine
If you would like to nominate an Adams Morgan business or DC organization (including your own!) 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 November's video update! Always about 1 minute long; this month's topic is mental health
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