October 10, 2026
9:00 am-1:00 pm
Faith United Church (4900 10th Street NE)
Register in advance for foot clinic: Foot clinic registration October 2026.
From ANC 5A02
October 8th, 2026
Date & Time: October 8, 2026 at 6:00pm
Location
Lamond-Riggs Library Meeting Room 1
Agenda
From North Michigan Park Civic Association.
North Michigan Park Civic Association Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
FACE TO FACE AND VIRTUAL
Face to Face – Faith United Church 4900 10th St NE
Virtual Meeting Link
Meeting ID 882 7345 2110
Pass code 930240
Call In 1-301-715-8592
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88273452110?pwd=dmZ3R1liOTRKY1FyS3hlYlBqWnBWUT09
Meeting Agenda
· Call to Order
· Welcome/Invocation
· Roll Call of Officers
Civic Association
· Financials
· Old Business
· New Business
· Guest Speaker
· Community Leader Reports
o Mayors’ Office
o Ward 5 Council Members’ Office
o ANC
o Faith United Church
ANC 5A CANDIDATE FORUM
The Invited ANC Candidates will represent the North Michigan Park Community:
5A02 Cheryl Tracy
5A03 Emily Lucio and Skylar Verastequi-Diaz
5A08 Elaine Alston, Debra Whitford and Dwight Davis
5A09 Robert Oliver
Urbanturf DC has an update on the redevelopment of the Boys Town campus at 4801 Sargent Road NE. The site is supposed to be redeveloped with 166 semi-detached homes. Apparently, developer Urban Atlantic has run into an issue with the zoning regulations regarding subdivisions and public access easements, so they have applied for a text amendment to the regulations. Check out the article for an understanding of what is going on.
The case number is 26-09. The Zoning Commission will consider the matter at a meeting on October 29, 2026.
Copied from North Michigan Park Civic Association
The North Michigan Park Civic Association monthly regular schedule meeting will host a face-to-face Meet and Greet and Candidate Forum for the Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner (ANC) Candidates that will represent the North Michigan Park Community. Single Member District 5A02, 5A03, 5A08 and 5A09.
Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Faith United Church
4900 10th St NE
Washington, DC 20017
The session will be moderated and will feature pre-selected questions from members of our community. If you have a question(s) that you wish for the forum candidates to respond to, you may submit to us for consideration:
We will do our best to ensure that all community questions, issues and concerns are properly addressed during the forum.
From North Michigan Park Civic Association
North Michigan Park Civic Association Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
VIRTUAL ONLY
Virtual Meeting
Meeting ID 882 7345 2110
Pass code 930240
Call In 1-301-715-8592
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88273452110?pwd=dmZ3R1liOTRKY1FyS3hlYlBqWnBWUT09
Meeting Agenda
· Call to Order
· Welcome/Invocation
· Roll Call of Officers
Meeting Protocol
· Meeting Protocol is Robert’s Rules of Order
· Respect others when speaking
· Respect our guest.
· Raise your hand if you have a question and wait to be acknowledged.
North Michigan Park Civic Association Business
· Committee Reports
· Finance – Treasurer – Debra Whitford
· Membership – Financial Secretary – Aritha Willoughby
GUEST SPEAKERS
Former Mayor Sharon Pratt – Premier of The Capital
Q & A
Jordan Franks – Autonomous Vehicles (currently before the City Council)
Q & A
McDonalds – Mr. Gavignano, Owner, Mr. Christian, Vice President
Q & A
Community Leader Reports
· Mayor’s Office – MOCR – Christian Starghill
· Ward 5 Council Member’s Office – Adrianna Lovelace / Oliver Stoute
· ANC Commissioners – Commissioners 5A02, 5A03, 5A08, 5A09
· Faith United Church – Pastor Joseph K. Williams, Sr.
Adjourn
Link to NMPCA – https://sites.google.com/view/nmpcivicassoc/about
North Michigan Park neighbor Robert Oliver passed along the presentation that Office of Planning Associate Director Ryan Hand gave to North Michigan Park Civic Association (NMPCA) about draft changes to the Future Land Use Map (FLUM). These draft changes are just one step in OP’s Comprehensive Plan rewrite, which OP is calling DC2050.
See OP Draft FLUM Presentation to North Michigan Park Civic Association (May 2026)
Submit comments on the draft FLUM by May 17, 2026.
There is a tiny section of North Michigan Park just south of Fort Totten Park that OP wants to change from “small-scale residential” to “moderate-scale residential.” Residents at the NMPCA meeting on May 6 were not on board this proposal.
I noted in this post that OP Director Anita Cozart stated that the intent of the change is to possibly make way for small apartments or accessory dwelling units (ADUs) (though ADUs are already permissible). Mr. Hand echoed that rationale stating that OP sought to “up-FLUM” areas near Metrorail and high frequency bus corridors and also areas that have not grown as much over the past 20 years. At the same time, Mr. Hand noted that OP also wants to be cautious about making changes to areas too quickly that are at high risk of displacement.
Mr. Hand acknowledged concerns from residents that this change could incentivize developers to try to buy out homeowners to tear down the existing semi-detached homes and build multifamily buildings in their place. In response to a resident who brought up the explosive growth in Columbia Heights, Mr. Hand stated that the development that took place in Columbia Heights was a different situation at a unique moment in the city’s history. So OP does not seem too concerned about something similar happening in North Michigan Park (or nearby).
I noted in a previous post that I do not quite understand why OP is drawing the map the way they are. This meeting with Mr. Hand did provide confirmation that it really is kind of random. OP is targeting areas near Metrorail, hence the change to this small section of North Michigan Park. On the Ward 4 side, OP selected areas along Riggs Road to up-FLUM because they are along a high-frequency bus corridor. It is still puzzling to me that OP chose not to account for for-sale and rental housing that can be built in areas identified as institutional areas on the FLUM.
As it stands the amount of housing that OP is saying can be built in areas with existing, occupied semi-detached homes is a bit of fiction whereas there can be real numbers attached to institutional areas with vacant land on the map. Also, while I get the move to the new “place types” concept, I do think there is a bit of worthwhile distinction lost when one lumps semi-detached and rowhomes with apartment buildings in one category.
ANC Commissioner Bocoum (5A09) is having a virtual single member district (SMD) meeting tonight about the changes in this small section of North Michigan Park. I anticipate that ANC 5A will want to vote on the issue at their meeting on May 27. Mr. Hand told the commissioners at the North Michigan Park meeting that the ANC can submit their resolution to OP after this meeting. Mr. Hand noted that the Council changed the law so that OP has to give “great weight” to ANC resolutions at this draft phase (and not just at the final phase).
I do not know if OP plans to formally extend the deadline for everyone, so if you plan to submit individual comments, be sure to submit your comments by May 17.
To receive updates about the Comprehensive Plan process, join OP’s mailing list.
I am super late in getting this post up but never too late to acknowledge the efforts of North Michigan Park neighbor Debra Whitford. Ms. Whitford was nominated for and recognized as “Volunteer of the Year” by residents at Councilmember Zachary Parker’s annual awards ceremony on April 1.
Ms. Whitford grew up in Riggs Park. Her family still owns the home they purchased on Riggs Road NE back in 1957. Ms. Whitford attended DC public schools and UDC before embarking on a career in information systems. Ms. Whitford retired from the federal government in 2017. Since then, one can find her at making sense at ANC meetings and volunteering in her local community, whether with North Michigan Park Civic Association, Food & Friends, passing out newsletters for the Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association, or helping out CM Parker’s office on Ward 5 Day.
Congratulations and thank you to Ms. Whitford!
[Ed. Note: DC’s Office of Planning (OP) will be at this meeting to discuss DC 2050 (the rewrite of the city’s Comprehensive Plan) and OP’s draft Future Land Use Map (FLUM). Nearby residents are strongly encouraged to attend this meeting. Submit feedback on the draft FLUM by May 17.]
From North Michigan Park Civic Association
North Michigan Park Civic Association Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
VIRTUAL ONLY
Virtual Meeting
Meeting ID 882 7345 2110
Pass code 930240
Call In 1-301-715-8592
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88273452110?pwd=dmZ3R1liOTRKY1FyS3hlYlBqWnBWUT09
Meeting Agenda
· Call to Order
· Welcome/Invocation
· Roll Call of Officers
Meeting Protocol
· Meeting Protocol is Robert’s Rules of Order
· Phone call should remain on mute unless asked to un mute.
· Respect others when speaking
· Respect our guest.
· Raise your hand if you have a question and wait to be acknowledged.
Civic Association Committee Reports
· Financial Report – Debra Whitford
· NMPCA Website – Shameek Robinson
GUEST SPEAKERS
1. D.C. Office of Planning – Ryan Hand, Assoc. Director
Q & A
2. D.C. Water – Lead Free D.C. – Sean Moore
Q& A
3. D.C. Safe Streets Coalition – Introduce E-Bike Bill – Nicholas DelleDonne
Q & A
Community Leader Reports
· Mayor’s Office – MOCR – Lacy Davis
· Ward 5 Council Member’s Office – Adrianna Lovelace / Oliver Stoute
· ANC Commissioners – Commissioners 5A02, 5A03, 5A08, 5A09
· Faith United Church – Pastor Joseph K. Williams, Sr.
Community Concerns:
Open to residents
Adjourn
Date: April 16, 2026, 8am-12pm
Location: Faith United Church, 4900 10th Street NE
Faith United Church is holding its free monthly mobile market on April 16. Fresh fruit/produce, canned goods, protein available, as well as some adult/baby diapers.
In addition, student doctors from Georgetown University Foot Clinic will be on hand to provide foot care. For information and to put your name on the list for the foot clinic, contact (202) 635-7777.
From North Michigan Park Civic Association
NORTH MICHIGAN PARK CIVIC ASSOCIAITON
MONTHLY MEETING
FACE TO FACE ONLY
DATE: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026
TIME: 7:00 PM TO 9:00 PM
LOCATION: FAITH UNITED CHURCH
4900 10TH STREET NE (10TH & DECATUR ST )
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
IMPORTANT AGENDA ITEMS:
· Presentation and Workshop by DC Board of Elections on Rank Choice Voting.
How you voted in previous elections has drastically changed. “An informed consumer is an educated consumer.”
Also on the agenda is an update on the Boys Town Development
A few residents passed along an update regarding ongoing issues at the strip mall located by the McDonald’s in North Michigan Park. Residents have long complained about unkept grounds and businesses, rodent issues, illegal product sales at the convenience store, illegal signage, and more.
On March 3, 2026, officials from DC’s Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) conducted a site visit at 4944 South Dakota Avenue NE. ANC commissioners, leadership of the North Michigan Park Civic Association, staffers from Councilmember Zachary Parker’s office, and a few residents met with DLCP.
DLCP officials observed several issues that they intend to refer to appropriate District agencies for follow-up and resolution:
The DLCP officials highlighted that they have cited the convenience store twice already in recent months for selling prohibited items, such as flavored tobacco products. They said they spoke with the store owner by phone and directed the store attendant to remove all of the prohibited items. DLCP will determine if further action is warranted.
Residents had also complained about the ABCA license application process for the cannabis dispensary seeking to open in the strip mall. DLCP officials noted that they have no role in that process.
Finally, DLCP officials stated that they will refer to DC-DHS the concern about whether the convenience store is in compliance with rules for participating in the SNAP program.
Overall, residents seem pleased with the progress being made to address issues at this property and expressed thanks to Councilmember Parker’s team for their assistance with contacting DLCP to set up the site visit.
North Michigan Park neighbor Cheryl passed along the following from Councilmember Zachary Parker’s office regarding the 24/7 Tobacco & Convenience Store:
[The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection] DLCP has visited 4944 South Dakota Ave on 8/15/2025. At the time, they didn’t engage in the sell of tobacco to the minor and were not cited for any other violations during this visit.
On that same day, DLCP received a complaint for this location. A visit was conducted on 8/21/2025 and the business was cited for selling flavored tobacco and not having a registered trade name. The NOI was served on 9/10/2025 and is pending a hearing at OAH. The respondent has submitted a plea of Deny to both violations.
On September 18, 2025, DLCP received another complaint. A visit was with conducted on September 25, 2025 and the business was cited for selling flavored tobacco and not having a registered trade name. The NOI was served on 10/16/2025 and is pending a hearing at OAH. The respondent has submitted a plea of Deny to both violations.
DLCP has not received any new complaints through our online system since September 2025.
Councilmember Parker is scheduling a visit soon to address this issue and will let you know the status of that soon.
From North Michigan Park Civic Association
North Michigan Park Civic Association Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
VIRTUAL ONLY
Virtual Meeting
Meeting ID 882 7345 2110
Pass code 930240
Call In 1-301-715-8592
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88273452110?pwd=dmZ3R1liOTRKY1FyS3hlYlBqWnBWUT09
Meeting Agenda
· Call to Order
· Welcome/Invocation
· Roll Call of Officers
Meeting Protocol
· Meeting Protocol is Robert’s Rules of Order
· Phone call should remain on mute unless asked to un mute.
· Respect others when speaking
· Respect our guest.
· Raise your hand if you have a question and wait to be acknowledged.
Civic Association Committee Reports
· Financial Report – Debra Whitford
· Membership – Dues Aritha Whitford – Nikitta Dixon
o T-Shirts
Community Update
GUEST SPEAKERS
Kelly Clark, Office Coordinator – Conway Center
Q & A
Paul Smith D.C. Tax Advocate – D.C. Office of Tax and Revenue
Q & A
Community Leader Reports
· Mayor’s Office – MOCR – Lacey Davis
· Ward 5 Council Member’s Office – Adrianna Lovelace / Oliver Stoute
· ANC Commissioners – Commissioners 5A02, 5A03, 5A08, 5A09
Open to residents
From North Michigan Park Civic Association
North Michigan Park Civic Association Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
VIRTUAL ONLY
Virtual Meeting
Meeting ID 882 7345 2110
Pass code 930240
Call In 1-301-715-8592
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88273452110?pwd=dmZ3R1liOTRKY1FyS3hlYlBqWnBWUT09
Meeting Agenda
· Call to Order
· Welcome/Invocation
· Roll Call of Officers
Meeting Protocol
Meeting Protocol is Robert’s Rules of Order
Phone call should remain on mute unless asked to un mute.
Respect others when speaking
Respect our guest.
Raise your hand if you have a question and wait to be acknowledged.
Swearing In of Executive Board Officers – Councilmember Zachary Parker
Shameek Robinson – 1st Vice President
Debra Whitford – Treasurer
John Lucio – Parliamentarian
Civic Association Committee Reports
Financial Report – Debra Whitford
Membership – Aritha Whitford – Nikitta Dixon
T-Shirts
Introduction of the NMPCA Website – Shameek Robinson
Senior Committee – Carmen
Community Update
Snow removal (17 residents)
Opening of McDonald’s
Construction completion of the Conway Center
GUEST SPEAKERS
Kelly Clark – Conway Center
Q & A
Ward 5 Council member Zachary Parker
Q & A
Community Leader Reports
Mayor’s Office – MOCR – Christian Starghill / Anthony Black
Ward 5 Council Member’s Office – Adrianna Lovelace / Oliver Stoute
ANC Commissioners – Commissioners 5A02, 5A03, 5A08, 5A09
Faith United Church – Pastor Joseph K. Williams, Sr.
Community Concerns:
Open to residents
Adjourn
Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker recently introduced Bill no. 26-415 that would symbolically designate the 4800 block of 7th Street, N.E. in North Michigan Park as Joseph Bowser Way after Mayor Muriel Bowser’s father. The DC Council held a hearing on the bill on January 13, 2026. Written testimony will be accepted until January 27.
The newly rebuilt McDonald’s at 4950 South Dakota Avenue NE opened on December 30, 2025. An official grand opening celebration will likely be held later this month.
The new restaurant features dual drive-thru lanes; indoor and outdoor pick-up windows for mobile ordering; a few parking spaces; and extensive planting beds. The rebuilt restaurant replaces what some called the first McDonald’s in the city. With the help of the DC Office of Planning, former Ward 5 Councilmember Harry Thomas, Jr., and the North Michigan Park Civic Association (under leadership of former president Grace Lewis who moved out of the city in 2023), McDonald’s utilized a chaotic Comp Plan process to upzone the property for the sole purpose of tearing down the old restaurant that did not have a drive-thru in order to build a new one with a drive-thru as a matter of right.
Pictures taken December 31, 2025.
McDonald’s Construction Notice 11/24/2025-11/28/2025
Projected completion date is week of December 8, 2025. Final paving and final inspections scheduled during week of December 8.
Projected opening date is by the end of the year with a grand opening to be scheduled for some time in January 2026.
From North Michigan Park Civic Association
On November 20, 2025, Faith United Church will distribute turkeys to the first 200 people at their monthly mobile market/diaper bank. Beginning at 9:00 am. Located at 4900 10th Street NE.
November 15, 2025
Gather at Michigan Park Playground (1203 Wynton Place NE) at 10:30 am for ride to Lost Generation Brewery and enjoy food from Silver and Sons Barbecue food truck.
