Meow Wolf D.C. Community Conversations
Thursday, October 24, 2019
Session 1: 4:00pm – 5:30pm EST
Session 2: 6:00pm – 7:30pm EST
DC Public Library: Lamond-Riggs Branch
5401 South Dakota Ave NE
Washington, DC 20011
(Fort Totten Metro via Red/Green/Yellow Lines)
Information presented will be the same at each session. Kindly RSVP to: DC@meowwolf.com
By David Kosub (Contributor)
Robert Oliver has been a fixture in our community for decades. He is the type of person with a deep knowledge of the community, will rally folks to address a community concern, ask many questions during community meetings, and will be seen out and about at community events. But, how well do you really know him?
Join us today for this Next Stop Neighbors episode where we have a porch conversation with Mr. Oliver, We’ll hear about some crazy July 4th parties, his activism to get a paved trail connecting North Michigan Park with Fort Totten metro, learn why he always has enough change to take a bus, some info on the status of the Lamond-Riggs Library redevelopment…and best of all, some magic too!
Click here to listen to the conversation (running time: 12 minutes)
Background on Next Stop Neighbors:
Welcome to Next Stop Neighbors where we get an opportunity to hear the voices behind the faces and places in Lamond-Riggs and the surrounding communities. Through this podcast series, you will meet some friendly neighbors and hear their perspectives on the community through civil, casual conversations. From the small business owner who just opened up, to the non-profit organization trying to make a difference, to the community leader describing their vision for the neighborhood, and the resident around the corner who has lived here for 50 years, we all have a story to tell. We welcome recommendations and, better yet, your own 10-minute interviews too!
Can’t get enough Next Stop Neighbors? Check out these past conversations for more:
Soon-to-Be Moms and Soon-to-Be Dads (September 2019)
Explore! Children’s Museum (August 2019)
Troka Insurance (July 2019)
Ms. V and Culture Coffee Too (July 2019)
Bertie Backus Urban Food Hub (June 2019)
LRCA Forward Team (April 2019)
Ramdass Pharmacy (March 2019)
Editor Note: I have been asked to publish the ANC 4B agenda each month. Please find the agenda copied & pasted from ANC 4B Commissioner & Secretary Erin Palmer (4B02) below.
Please see the embedded and attached agenda for the next public meeting of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4B on Monday, October 28, 2019, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Emery Recreation Center, 5801 Georgia Ave., NW. *Please note the change in meeting time and location to accommodate the Metropolitan Police Department as they prepare for their Halloween Party at MPD’s 4th District Headquarters.*
Monday, October 28, 2019, 6:30 p.m.
Emery Recreation Center, 5801 Georgia Ave., NW
Please Note: Anyone in the audience may speak on any subject during “Community Concerns.” You may also contact members of the Commission before and after Commission meetings. Discussion on other agenda items will generally be limited to Commissioners. Finally, the meeting may not last beyond 9:00 p.m. unless extended by a two/thirds vote of the Commission.
Next Regular Public Meeting: Monday, November 25, 2019, 7:00 p.m., MPD, 4th District Station, 6001 Georgia Ave., NW
Contact your Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner: ANC 4B01 Evan Yeats (4B01@anc.dc.gov); ANC 4B02 Erin Palmer (4B02@anc.dc.gov); ANC 4B03 Scot Knickerbocker (4B03@anc.dc.gov); ANC 4B04 Brenda Parks (4B04@anc.dc.gov); ANC 4B05 Perry Redd (4B05@anc.dc.gov); ANC 4B06 Tiffani Nichole Johnson (4B06@anc.dc.gov); ANC 4B07 Geoff Bromaghim (4B07@anc.dc.gov); ANC 4B08 Alison Brooks (4B08@anc.dc.gov); ANC 4B09 LaRoya Huff (4B09@anc.dc.gov)
Erin Palmer, Secretary, ANC 4B
ANC 4B02 Commissioner
ANC 5A Public Meeting
October 23, 2019
6:45 pm
UDC-CC Backus
5171 South Dakota Avenue NE
When the ANC posts an agenda, I will update the post.
ANC 5A’s special public meeting scheduled for tonight has been cancelled. The ANC said Rocketship asked to reschedule their appearance.
By David Kosub (Contributor)
Remnants of an earthen fortification exists right in Riggs Park’s backyard. Constructed from the surrounding ground, it helped protect the District of Columbia from invasion from from Confederate soldiers during the Civil War. Oh, how times have changed.
When going through the neighborhood today, we may not even give it a second thought. We may now only think of the area surrounding Fort Totten as a main transportation hub, an urban forest, and an open field adjacent to South Dakota Ave NE. But, could it be something more?
Originally known as the Fort Circle Parks, the Civil War Defenses of Washington (CWDW) (of which Fort Totten is a part) are a unique National Park System (NPS) asset located very close to home. In 2004, NPS released a plan to manage and preserve the circle of forts, with a particular focus to “preserve significant natural features, including substantial acreage of mature native hardwood forest, geologic and aquatic resources, and a diversity of important habitat for indigenous flora and fauna that are unusual in an urban setting and that contribute to the uniqueness of the nation’s capital.” In addition to natural preservation, it also called for enhancing knowledge on the forts’ cultural significance to the Civil War and encouraging recreation.
Let’s work as a community now to finally achieve these 15-year old goals for our slice of the CWDW. Following the enactment of the public lands package of bills earlier this spring, the District of Columbia and NPS can now enter into agreements to maintain and operate NPS properties in the District. See this post here for more.
With assistance from the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), I recently spoke with NPS about this issue, with a focus on reactivating the parcel of CWDW parkland bounded by Galloway Street, South Dakota Avenue, and Gallatin Street NE. Generally speaking, they appear willing to help, but we must work within the framework on the CWDW management plan. For instance, this area is zoned as “recreation” meaning open green space must be preserved, and “organized and informal recreational activities will be the primary use.” Thus, picnicking, pick-up games, community events, and the like are allowable, but things like playgrounds and water features which distract from the historical nature are not.
So, how would you like to use this space? Add your thoughts to the comments section or send me an email here. I’ll synthesize the ideas and share back in a follow-up post.
As a start, NPS threw out the following suggestions. They previously approved a multi-purpose trail to be installed, but this will be a timely and costly endeavor, one for which funds are not available. They could reinstall and enhance the picnic area with new tables, trash cans, grills, roof features, and even a composting toilet. However, they noted that the community has raised concerns previously related to potentially nefarious and illicit activities when picnic tables used to be there (see this caught on camera footage).
Programming with NPS events is possible too. The 2004 plan calls for the activity center at Fort Dupont to be transformed into a center educating the community on the cultural history and natural resources within the CWDW. This center, according to the plan, will help “schools within walking distance of the fort sites to use these areas as local outdoor classrooms for cultural and environmental education.” Perhaps our local schools and library educational activities could benefit from this?
Wayfinding signage would be great to help passersby know more about this national park. Such signage could explain the landscape and its historical importance. The plan also indicates that “signs, site furniture, and interpretive materials [were to be purchased] as a way to make the [CWDW[ more visible.” When we spoke, NPS appeared amenable to this idea as the 2004 plan talks about how markers are helpful to create a consistent interpretation of the cultural significance of the CWDW.
I also would love to see more trees around the perimeter of the site. That said, I recognize the call for maintaining the character of the large swath of open space in the 2004 plan, but trees provide many tangible benefits to a community that I feel they cannot be overlooked. NPS was hesitant about planting more trees around the perimeter, but they did not completely shut the door on the idea.
Finally, the plan does recognize the “need for visitors to be safe while in the parks. NPS indicated the design for a paved trail between Galloway and Gallatin is underway and will share information upon its completion. Congresswoman Norton is also aware of this community concern (see here).
We have a great opportunity as a community to engage with this space. The Parks Main Street (on whose Board I serve), aims to revitalize the Riggs Park small business corridor. This could be facilitated through creating historical markers, hosting promotional events, and securing resources to beautify the visual character of the nearby parkland adjacent to the neighborhood. Perhaps since the Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association approved the Community Benefits Agreement with EYA for the Fort Totten South project this past June, we could use future promised “funding [as noted in the agreement] to complete improvements or upgrades . . . following [in-kind design services and a minimum of three visioning sessions . . . [for the] activation of Fort Circle Park.” (Read more on this agreement here). Maybe ANC 5A could invite NPS to an upcoming meeting to hear directly from the community on this issue (building on Congresswoman Norton’s offer a couple weeks back to help bring NPS here for a community discussion). Call me a dreamer, but maybe all three could combine forces on this too. Either way, your ideas are welcomed in the comments section below or via email to me directly.
| FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 8, 2019 Media Contacts Lauren Stephens – (202) 465-6112, lauren.stephens@dc.gov |
(Washington, DC) – The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is scheduling lane closures on Riggs Road eastbound from North Capitol Street to 1st Street NE starting on Saturday, October 12, 2019, weather permitting. At least one lane will be open to traffic in each direction.
The closures and restrictions are needed for roadway repairs. The contractor is authorized to work Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Construction is scheduled to be completed by October 15, 2019, weather permitting.
Parking restriction signs will be posted at least 72 hours in advance at locations where parking will be prohibited. These signs will notify the duration and dates of the parking restriction and provide contact information of the engineer in charge.
Traffic controls will be in place to warn drivers approaching the areas. Motorists should anticipate moderate delays due to the lane closures. Drivers are advised to stay alert while traveling through these locations and to be observant of the work zone.
ANC 5A Special Public Meeting
October 16, 2019
6:45 pm
UDC-CC Backus
5171 South Dakota Avenue NE
Agenda: Rocketship Public Charter School
Artist Jay Hudson brings us another neighborhood mural – this one a “We are Riggs Park” statement on the side of Riggs Wine & Liquor. Funding for the mural was provided by The Parks Main Street, District Department of Small and Local Business Development, and Riggs Wine & Liquor owner John Yoo. Next up is restoration of the sign.
Jay is well-known around the neighborhood. He installed a mural on the other side of the liquor store during the inaugural 2018 Riggs Park Art Crawl.
He brought us this cool mural on the side of Hellbender Brewing Company’s building (though unfortunately that mural is no longer with us).
And he is the creator of the large mural inside of Culture Coffee Too.
Sharing from Meow Wolf. Note – due to space limitation, RSVP is highly encouraged:
Join Meow Wolf D.C. for two informal gatherings at the Lamond-Riggs Neighborhood Library! We want to hear from Fort Totten residents,
community members, artists, students, and YOU about the challenges and
opportunities the local arts community faces. You’ll also learn more about the ins and outs of Meow Wolf, hear about our upcoming DC project, and have the opportunity to ask questions and provide input.
We’re scheduled to open Meow Wolf D.C. in 2022 and we’re just getting started. Community Conversations will take place throughout the D.C. metro area throughout the coming years with more dates to be announced.
DATE
Thursday, October 24
TIME
There will be 2 sessions on October 24. Information presented will be the same
Pick one to attend:
4:00pm – 5:30pm
6:00pm – 7:30pm
LOCATION
Lamond-Riggs Library
5401 South Dakota Ave NE
Washington, DC 20011
RSVP is not required, but helps us with planning.
Kindly RSVP to DC@meowwolf.com
Light refreshments will be provided.
Police officers mention it at every meeting: Do not leave anything visible or valuable in cars. First it appeared that car break-ins were confined to larger institutions like Providence Hospital and Walmart. Then there was a spree around Fort Totten metro station. Now it looks like the culprits are infiltrating the residential areas. Lt. Patrick Schaut stated there were 9 smashed windows over the weekend. So please do not leave anything visible in your cars at all, no phone chargers or anything. Better yet, do not leave anything in your car at all because it will be taken. Please be vigilant and if you know who is going around smashing car windows, let MPD know.
If you frequent Culture Coffee Too, at some point you have probably seen Little Miss Sophia selling her candied apples and other treats. Check out this Washington Post feature by Courtland Milloy on Miss Sophia and her mentor Veronica “Ms. V.” Cooper, owner of Culture Coffee Too:
Sophia has a mentor — as all budding entrepreneurs should — who runs a coffeehouse in her Riggs Park neighborhood. Veronica Cooper, 68, is owner of Coffee Culture Too. She has a can-do attitude. When it comes to encountering obstacles, in business or life, she says, “You maneuver around them, or you go through them, and you get things done.”
By Robert Oliver (Guest Contributor)
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton hosted a community meeting at Lamond-Riggs Library on September 24, 2019. This meeting was one of her many engagements during the congresswoman’s “Norton in Your Neighborhood” tour in which she engaged residents about recent Congressional activity. A diverse crowd of 30 or more attended.
Congresswoman Norton arrived at 7:30 pm and discussed the latest breaking news–the impeachment inquiry against President Trump. She explained that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi authorized the inquiry after Democratic House members in swing districts overwhelmingly chose to support an impeachment inquiry. The conduct at issue is President Trump’s attempt to involve the government of Ukraine in a U.S. presidential election. Congresswoman Norton said the president initially withheld Ukrainian military funding and only released these funds after a whistleblower’s complaint emerged. She added a “quid pro quo” does not need to be stated. She added further that the president attempted to withhold the whistleblower’s complaint from Congress.
Congresswoman Norton provided the following responses to inquiries from the audience:
Congresswoman Norton then addressed the status of DC Statehood. She said 218 House members support DC Statehood. She added that over 100 organizations will assist DC in lobbying the Senate, but, most Americans do not support DC Statehood according to a recent Gallup Poll. The Congresswoman is pursuing giving DC greater control over its National Guard, local prosecutors, and climate policy. Also, she is removing riders that conflict with DC interests on abortion and marijuana.
On issues closer to home, Fort Circle Park was mentioned twice. First, the residents of North Michigan Park and beyond have requested a safe, paved pedestrian path that links Gallatin and Galloway Streets and leads to the Fort Totten Metro Station. Congresswoman Norton acknowledged her awareness of the project. Second, an audience member suggested using the newly available cooperative management agreements (CMAs) between DC and NPS to fund recreational amenities for Fort Circle Park. Also, the Congresswoman noted that the safety of DCTAG, a DC student tuition assistance program, is a major priority.
Lastly, the issue of gentrification was raised along with complaints about city services, over which the Congresswoman has no jurisdiction. She will forward these issues to Mayor Bowser and Ward 5 Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie as appropriate.
The meeting proved to be very informative, and we hope that Congresswoman Norton visits more often.
By Edwin Washington*
A version of this post was first published on linkedin on September 25, 2019.
On September 19, about 25 residents, board members, and business owners representing Riggs Park and Manor Park under The Parks Main Street organization met at the Lamond-Riggs Library in Washington, DC to discuss retail findings from the two communities.
Manor Park
Riggs Park
Joe Carrol, Economic Development Committee chair for TPMS, led presentation and follow-up discussion about the Riggs Park and Manor Park Retail Market Analysis and Enhancement Strategy conducted by John Stover & Associates earlier this year. Follow-up questions and discussion focused on issues such as neighborhood security, rising rents affecting small businesses, foot and motor traffic patterns, and attracting consumers via enhanced streetscapes and placemaking promotions.
*Edwin Washington is the executive director of The Parks Main Street.
ANC 5A held its monthly public meeting on September 25, 2019. Jamaal Lampkin, who represented ANC 5A06, has resigned because he moved to Ward 7. An announcement about the election for that seat will be forthcoming. All other commissioners were present: Frank Wilds (5A01); Grace Lewis (5A02); Emily Lucio (5A03); Ronnie Edwards (5A05); Sandi Washington (5A07); Gordon Fletcher (5A08).
Public Safety
Usual news: Do not keep anything visible in cars. There has been an steady rash of car break-ins around 4th Street NE between Ingraham and Kennedy and 3rd and Kennedy, so do not leave anything valuable in your car. It does not appear that there are cameras in the area, so we will likely continue to see smashed windows for the foreseeable future. (Aside: My car window was smashed in early September and I had to pay $200 to have it replaced so do be careful about parking in that area).
MPD has a contact with DCRA, so if there is an abandoned building on your block that you have concerns about, contact Lt. Patrick Schaut at patrick.schaut@dc.gov. With respect to seemingly abandoned cars parked on the street, there is not much MPD can do if the car has valid registration. If it does not, MPD will contact DDOT. DDOT currently does not have enough space to tow and store abandoned vehicles though, so abandoned cars will continue to be left on the street.
MPD is undergoing its usual transition, so we might see new officers and leadership in the PSA soon.
Rocketship & Art Place at Fort Totten
Rocketship representatives returned with another presentation and answers to questions regarding the plan to open a campus at 3rd and Kennedy Street NE. They have increased the number of bike parking spaces to 30 short term spaces and 8 long-term spaces. They are coordinating with DDOT’s Safe Routes on a number of issues. The school will have a loading berth onsite. They anticipate having food deliveries in the mornings around 5:30 am and will work to have trash pickups just after morning rush. Also, the school plans to have a subtenant for just a few years.
As for the school’s interaction with the second phase of Art Place at Fort Totten (Block B), there will be a construction entrance for Art Place off Kennedy Street and South Dakota Avenue. The developer of Art Place will seek to minimize construction deliveries during morning and afternoon peak hours and will have flagmen present to direct traffic. The developer will move up construction of a paved path at 3rd Street leading to the school to 2020. Previously, the developer agreed to pave that path as part of construction of Block B. The developer has also conducted further traffic analysis, which supports a full traffic signal at South Dakota Avenue and Ingraham Street NE. A HAWK signal at that location went online on September 26.
Commissioner Frank Wilds (5A01) gave an extended monologue about how terrible Rocketship is and requested that the ANC table the vote on whether to support Rocketship’s application. That led to some discussion with residents about whether this school is necessary and whether the ANC should support the school. Some residents believe neighborhood DCPS schools should be supported, while others look forward to having other options. The ANC agreed to table the vote. The DC Public Charter School Board (DCPCSB) will vote on Rocketship’s application on October 28. The ANC previously submitted a letter to DCPCSB requesting additional time to submit a response to Rocketship’s application. It is unclear when the ANC plans to vote on this issue and submit a recommendation to DCPCSB.
Social Justice School
There was not much time for representatives of the Social Justice School to do much more than introduce themselves and their school vision very briefly. See their presentation here and learn more about their school model here. The school does not expect the DCPCSB to schedule a hearing on its plans to open a middle school at the Rocketship campus until February 2020, so the school will return to the ANC at a later date.
McDonald’s
The owner of the McDonald’s located at South Dakota Avenue and Delafield Street NE returned to ask the ANC for an updated letter to reaffirm support for its map amendment request. The ANC had previously submitted a letter of support and voted to reaffirm that support. The owner wants to completely rebuild the McDonald’s with a drive-thru. The map amendment request will change the zoning to mixed-use, which will allow the owner to install a drive-thru as a matter of right apparently. The owner opted to stop pursuing a PUD with the belief that the map amendment process would be easier, but the map amendment process has not moved as quickly as the owner had hoped. The owner did say that McDonald’s corporate office wants to have a building completed in the next 12 months, so it is unclear how that timeline will work if the map amendment is not approved in time. They are still working on how exactly the traffic will flow for the drive-thru on the site, but they do know that the curb cut on South Dakota closest to Delafield will be removed.
Ward 5 Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie’s Office
Silas Grant, Senior Advisor to Ward 5 Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie, noted Councilmember McDuffie has introduced the Independent Compliance Office Establishment Act, which will create a new office to hold companies accountable for Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) and workforce requriements. The councilmember also introduced the Affordable PLACE Act, which will offer support for long-term, local businesses.
I asked the councilmember’s office for assistance with DDOT on a longstanding request for an additional “no parking” sign in the 400 block of Galloway NE. Mr. Grant recommended that the ANC draft a letter to DDOT requesting that this be made a priority.
Comissioner Grace Lewis (5A02) recommended to Mr. Grant that Councilmember McDuffie look into establishing a moratorium on new charter schools in Ward 5.
Miscellaneous
A resident recommended that the ANC hire an assistant to help the ANC with website updates and meeting notices. This has been recommended more than once, so hopefully the ANC will act on this recommendation.
By David Kosub (Contributor)
The HAWK signal at South Dakota Avenue and Ingraham Street NE is now operational! This is a wonderful step forward to strengthening pedestrian safety and encouraging walkability in Riggs Park.
I want to personally thank all the residents who devoted many person hours to ensuring we got to this point. You wrote letters of support. You spoke with the ANC. You reported many issues with 311. You worked behind the scenes with DDOT. Your dedication will not go unnoticed.
DDOT was also a valued partner in this endeavor, and I want to recognize them too. They worked with us throughout the spring and summer, providing updates on their progress and hearing our multiple concerns.
If you encounter any issues with the signal, crosswalk, and/or drivers failing to stop, please contact 311 right away.
DCist reports that Ward 2 Councilmember Jack Evans has established a legal defense committee as he faces legal and ethics issues stemming from his business dealings as a councilmember. Frank Wilds, a Ward 5 resident who is also an ANC Commissioner representing ANC 5A01, is chairing that committee. According to DCist, Mr. Wilds had this to say about Councilmember Evans:
“Jack is a friend of mine for years, and that’s all I have to say about it,” says Wilds, declining to comment further. The day after this story was published, Wilds called back to add: “Sometimes you make a mistake and apologize and realize, ‘Hey, I made a mistake.’ And that’s what [Evans] did. I’ll say one thing—he’s been good for the city.”
Mr. Wilds is my commissioner. Mr. Wilds was also installed as a trustee for the Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association (LRCA) in June 2019 to serve a two-year term. (Disclosure: My two-year term as LRCA president ended in June, and I am no longer affiliated with the organization).
I started drafting a post about how we in ANC 5A01 need a new commissioner before this latest news came out. I generally try to keep things positive on the blog because there are plenty of outlets for people to complain. But I did say in 2016 that someone really needs to run against Mr. Wilds.
So I am repeating my entreaty for those of you who live in ANC 5A01 who have ever thought to yourself, “Gee, is anyone doing anything about X?” or “Gee, I’d really like to get involved in my neighborhood.” Please consider serving. The next ANC election is in November 2020. ANC positions are nonpartisan for those who might be concerned about government jobs.
The boundaries of ANC 5A01 are Galloway Street NE to the south, the eastern side of South Dakota Avenue NE to the west, the southern side of Kennedy Street NE to the north, and Eastern Avenue NE to the east.
By David Kosub (Contributor)
Welcome back to our second conversation with soon to be parents in Lamond-Riggs. As you may recall, our Soon-to-Be Moms shared some thoughts they had about pending motherhood in our last episode. Well, now it’s the soon-to-be dads turn to dish.
With their partners waiting patiently in a soundproof booth, Alex Bruce and Eric Grauvilardell shared their unfiltered thoughts on fatherhood and expectations for the future. Let’s see how the soon-to-be dads’ answers match up with the soon-to-be moms. Please join me and congratulating the parents-to-be! We look forward to meeting their new additions soon!
Click here to listen to the conversation (running time: 10 minutes)
Background on Next Stop Neighbors:
Welcome to Next Stop Neighbors where we get an opportunity to hear the voices behind the faces and places in Lamond-Riggs and the surrounding communities. Through this podcast series, you will meet some friendly neighbors and hear their perspectives on the community through civil, casual conversations. From the small business owner who just opened up, to the non-profit organization trying to make a difference, to the community leader describing their vision for the neighborhood, and the resident around the corner who has lived here for 50 years, we all have a story to tell. We welcome recommendations and, better yet, your own 10-minute interviews too!
Can’t get enough Next Stop Neighbors? Check out these past conversations for more:
Soon-to-Be Moms (September 2019)
Explore! Children’s Museum (August 2019)
Troka Insurance (July 2019)
Ms. V and Culture Coffee Too (July 2019)
Bertie Backus Urban Food Hub (June 2019)
LRCA Forward Team (April 2019)
Ramdass Pharmacy (March 2019)
Congresswoman Norton Office Hours
October 4, 2019
2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Lamond-Riggs Library
5401 South Dakota Avenue NE
Congresswoman Eleanore Holmes Norton’s staff will be on hand on Friday, October 4, 2019 for office hours from 2 pm to 4 pm just outside Meeting Room 1 (Children’s Area). This is for any member of the community that is experiencing a problem with a federal agency, such as Social Security for example, and wants to open a case to address the problem.
ANC 5A Monthly Public Meeting
September 25, 2019
6:45 pm
UDC-CC Backus
5171 South Dakota Avenue NE
Agenda:
1. Cafritz Foundation
2. Rocketship Charter School
3. Social Justice School
4. McDonald’s Re-development
Next Stop...Riggs Park 
