As has been the case for many months, violent crime remains at the forefront of local DC government decision making. Adams Morgan is certainly an important element of efforts to improve public safety for all DC residents.
Violence is no simple phenomenon, and DC Council's annual performance oversight season reminds us just how many institutions—both within the government and outside it—have a role in mitigating violent behavior.
Thank you to everyone who continues to alert me of how you are doing. Public input, however simple, is key to improving how our public resources work to raise DC's standard of living.
Let's look back at February 2024, think ahead to March 2024, meet our organization + business in focus, and see this month's video briefing.
WHAT WE DID
Supported (8-0) liquor license application for Zanzibar 2309 18th St NW
Supported (8-0) medical cannabis retailer license for Wash Hydro, located at 2318 18th St NW
ANC 1C has been working hard to stay informed as DC's cannabis regulation takes new direction aimed to improve conditions for customers, vendors, and the general public
Spoke with the DC Voice about local governance and community outreach
Testified to the Zoning Commission in support of a rule change to reduce how many parking spaces certain types of affordable housing buildings need to offer
Testified at a Committee on Executive Administration and Labor performance oversight hearing
I urged that the DC Board of Elections assume responsibility for conducting ANC special elections
Testified at the Committee on Housing performance oversight hearing
I called for the Office of Migrant Services to receive sufficient support to serve migrants in DC
Spoke with 7News DC about how the Secure DC Omnibus bill might affect public safety in Adams Morgan
Spoke on a panel for students at the University of the District of Columbia about ANC service
Signed letter urging DCPS receive adequate funding to support students and staff
Board of Zoning Adjustment approved request for special zoning relief to accommodate a proposed refurbishing of 1836-1840 Kalorama
ANC 1C previously supported this request, which could lead to much needed revitalization of this historic property
WHAT'S UP NEXT
March 6: ANC 1C general meeting (agenda here, link to attend here)
March 16: the Rock 'n' Roll half marathon will take place, partially going through Adams Morgan
I suggested a slight route change to alleviate traffic congestion that occurs because of this race
Those changes won't be implemented this year because the National Park Service did not agree to the new route, but they may be ready for 2025
March 22–April 10: DC Council will hold their annual budget oversight hearings for DC agencies
KNOW YOUR NEIGHBORS
Organization in focus: Washington Literary Center
When they began: 1963
What they do: Teach reading, writing, and math skills to DC adults with literacy barriers
How you can help: Volunteer as a tutor or send a donation
Business in focus: The Green Zone
Industry: Food and beverage
Address: 2226 18th St NW
In Adams Morgan since: 2017
Well-known for their cocktails and mocktails, don't miss out on their delicious food selection
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 March's video update! Always about 1 minute long; this month's topic is data
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