Category Archives: Neighborhood Development

June 3-August 26: Fridays at Fort Totten Concert Series

Posted by nextstoprp in Cafritz Art Place at Fort Totten

Glad to see the Fridays at Fort Totten concert series is back this summer after a pandemic hiatus. It is always a fun time. Bring a chair & enjoy live music.

From DC Fray/District Fray Magazine

The Fridays at Fort Totten Summer Concert Series is back!

About this event

Every Friday, meet us at the corner of Galloway Street and South Dakota Ave. NE from 6pm-8pm for amazing live music and delicious food from local food trucks!

We hope to see you there! In partnership with The Modern at Art Place.

  • June 3rd | Emma G
  • June 10th | Marvillous Beats
  • June 17th | The Shane Gamble Band
  • June 24th | YML AND FRIENDS
  • July 1st | N Tyme Jazz Ensemble
  • July 8th | Pebble to Pearl
  • July 15th | DWQ Jazz Band
  • July 22nd | Groovalicious
  • July 29th | Shake the Room
  • August 5th | DANDY
  • August 12th | The Junior Bryce Band
  • August 19th | JWX: The Jarreau Williams Experience
  • August 26th | Dave Keller

Art Place at Fort Totten Phase 2 Representative

Posted by nextstoprp in Cafritz Art Place at Fort Totten

Sharing information from Lambis Rank

As noted in the introduction below, Lambis Rank will be the primary point of contact for construction concerns for Art Place at Fort Totten Phase 2 and will be the official reviewer of comments/questions submitted to hello@fezartplace.com. The project’s main website is https://www.artplacedc.com.

Art Place at Fort Totten – Phase 2 Introduction to Applicant Representative

Medical Practice Coming to The Modern at Art Place

Posted by nextstoprp in Cafritz Art Place at Fort Totten

Apparently, a new medical practice called Hibiscus Medical will be opening this summer at The Modern at Art Place. A few days ago, Dr. Debralee Frederick posted on Nextdoor that she will be opening a primary care practice at 430 Galloway Street NE. Interior buildout of the space is taking place now. Best case scenario, doors will be ready to open in June, but could be as late as August. Just depends how construction goes. More information about Dr. Frederick and her practice can be found at https://hibiscusmedical.com.

It is great to see leasing continue at The Modern.

Metro Joint Development Strategic Plan

Posted by nextstoprp in Fort Totten Metro Development, Neighborhood Development

Last week, Metro released a 10-year strategic plan to guide development around Metro stations. View the plan here.

Plan for Fort Totten Metro Station

The plan includes short and long-term action steps to develop more of the area around Fort Totten Metro station. Specifically, Metro anticipates issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for Fort Totten in 2023. There are a number of steps Metro anticipates needing to do before issuing an RFP though.

Near-term actions (2022-2023)
(1) Complete feasibility study.
(2) Coordinate with District of Columbia on funding needs for a parking garage, MTPD precinct, and bicycle/ pedestrian improvements.
(3) Resolve technical barriers (i.e. 1st Place NE ownership).
(4) Complete due diligence & scoping materials.
(5) Conduct the Compact Public Hearing to Amend the Mass Transit Plan.
(6) Secure funding for changes to transit facilities.
(7) Issue Joint Development Solicitation.

Long-term actions (2024-2026)
(8) Execute Joint Development Agreement.
(9) Support developer’s planning & entitlement activities; approve plans.

Recall Aventine Fort Totten apartments was a joint development project. Since that project was completed, Metro has issued proposals for more joint development around Fort Totten Metro station. The first proposal did not get any takers. The second did generate interest and Metro selected Donatelli for the project. That project ended up getting cancelled. Maybe the third time is the charm. And maybe we will actually get to see the proposals before one is selected.