Update October 24, 2023: According to news reports, the dog has been found.
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On Saturday, a neighbor’s dog named Max was stolen in the 300 block of Galloway Street NE near Fort Totten Metro station. The dog is a 14-year-old west highland white terrier in need of special care. Call (917) 399-8276 if seen.
ANC 5A Meeting
Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 6:45 pm
In Person at
Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School
220 Taylor Street NE
And on Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81870709297?pwd=WDRMMGpvaVVGSGc5amNSU003UDE0QT09
Meeting ID: 818 7070 9297
Passcode: 847136
Dial In: 301 715 8592
Individuals will be called on once acknowledged by the Chair.
I. Call Meeting to Order 6:45 pm
II. Quorum
III. Agenda Review/Acceptance
IV. Commission Business
A. Secretary Update: Minutes for Approval (September 2023)
B. Treasurer Report
i. 3rd Q Financial Report Approval
ii. FY 24 Budget Approval
C. Annual Report Actions
V. Commission Action Items/Updates
A. Public Safety Committee
B. Letter of Support for DPW Darlette Cromer (Sally)
C. UDC Letter of Support (5A01)
D. Providence Hospital Update (5A03)
VI. Community Updates
A. MPD
B. Mayor’s Office
C. Councilmember Parker’s office
VII. Reports & Presentations
A. Faith United Church of Christ Hypothermia Project- Enrique Cobham
B. DPW- Back to Basics Leaf Season and Fall initiatives Randi Thorpe, Public Affairs Specialist
VIII. Next Meeting: Wednesday, November 29, 2023* pending approval
IX. Adjourn
For ANC 5A03 residents
Fall Community Day
Saturday, October 21, 2023
12 pm-3 pm
Providence Hospital Parking Lot
12th Street NE between Allison Street & Varnum Street
Join your ANC representative Emily Singer Lucio and fellow neighbors for Fall Community Day on Saturday, October 21.
Fun for all ages, activities will include DJ music, kids activities, food truck, bike registration event, and much more.
Sponsored by EYA
In his weekly newsletter, Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker announced that his office is launching a Ward 5 Monthly Public Safety Call.
Join Councilmember Parker, Council staff, all three MPD Commanders from the Police Districts in Ward 5, and violence interruption groups from the Office of the Attorney General and Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement for a monthly public safety call.
Register to join on Wednesday, October 25 at 3:00 p.m. online.
For questions, contact Oliver Stoute at ostoute@dccouncil.gov or at (771) 333-9912.
ANC 4B Regular Public Meeting Agenda
Monday, October 23, 2023, 7:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting Details:
For video participation via Zoom on a computer or mobile device, click this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83287696066?pwd=RWpZaEkvK01hQXY1N3NHeVJpWkVBdz09.
For voice-only participation on a telephone, dial (301) 715-8592.
Meeting ID: 832 8769 6066. Passcode: 262224.
The next ANC 4B Planning Meeting is scheduled for November 14 at 6:30pm.
The next Regular Public Meeting is scheduled for November 27 at 7:00pm.
From North Michigan Park Civic Association
At the last Civic Association meeting on October 4, 2023, the Faith United Church informed the community that as part of their outreach ministry they wanted to implement a plan to house homeless women overnight between November and March. Because this will impact the North Michigan Park community, Faith Church has agreed to hold a community meeting to listen to our concerns regarding this impact on the community.
This meeting is scheduled as a face to face meeting ONLY :
Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Faith United Church
4900 10th Street NE
Washington, DC 20017
Please make sure to inform your neighbors of this important meeting.
ANC 5A held its public meeting on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Commissioners present: Duvalier Malone (5A01); Karlus Cozart (5A02) – Parliamentarian; Diego Rojas (5A04); Tyeron Boston (5A05); Kweku Toure (5A06) – Vice Chair; Gordon Fletcher (5A08) – Chair; Shelagh Bocoum (5A09). ANC 5A07 is vacant.
This was the ANC’s first hybrid meeting. It was held in person at Yu Ying Public Charter School and available for viewing on zoom. Commissioner Fletcher said that the ANC plans to rotate the in-person meeting sites around ANC 5A.
[Aside: I think the hybrid format worked okay for the ANC’s first attempt. I viewed online. It would be helpful for speakers in the room to use a microphone when speaking so that the sound can be picked up online. There are some gaps in the recap because I could not always hear what speakers in the room were saying.]
The presenter for the mediation organization on the agenda did not attend.
ANC Business
The ANC voted for new ANC 5A09 commissioner Shelagh Bocoum to serve as treasurer.
The ANC voted to approve a budget. It was unclear what budget was being approved. They mentioned the proposed FY2023 budget, but October 1 was the beginning of FY2024.
The ANC also voted to approve an annual report. It was unclear if the annual report is done.
If anyone is interested in serving on the ANC’s public safety committee, contact ANC Commissioner Karlus Cozart (5A02) at 5A02@anc.dc.gov.
UDC Proposed Lamond-Riggs Campus Plan (5A01) (Javier Dusan, VP Facilities & Real Estate Development, UDC)
UDC gave a presentation on their proposed Lamond-Riggs campus plan. The Lamond-Riggs campus is located at 5171 South Dakota Avenue NE. It houses the college’s community college programs as well as one of UDC CAUSES urban food hubs. UDC submitted the campus plan application to the DC Zoning Commission on June 21, 2023. A public hearing is scheduled for October 30, 2023 (ZC case no. 23-16).
View UDC Lamond-Riggs Campus Plan presentation to ANC 5A (September 2023)
The university is proposing a two-phase campus development plan. Phase 1 will involve renovation of the existing buildings. Phase 2 will involve construction of a new wing on the campus. The campus plan site is https://www.udc.edu/campus-master-plan.
UDC Lamond-Riggs Campus Proposed Phase 1 renderings
UDC Lamond-Riggs Campus Proposed Phase 2 renderings
Office of Neighborhood Safety & Engagement Presentation (Julia Irving, Deputy Director Community & Government Affairs, ONSE)
View ONSE presentation to ANC 5A (September 2023)
Julia Irving, who used to be the MOCR director, is now with ONSE. She presented on various ONSE community safety and violence prevention efforts, such as the Pathways Program, Violence Intervention Initiative, and People of Promise Initiative.
Armed Forces Retirement Home Development (5A05)
The Armed Forces Retirement Home project was on the agenda, but representatives asked to be moved to a future meeting date when they will be ready to present to the ANC. (A map amendment request for the site is before the DC Zoning Commission (ZC case no. 23-21)).
Miscellaneous
I could not hear much of what those in the audience said during the community concerns portion of the meeting, but I do know that there was at least one long comment about the Providence campus. Commissioner Fletcher said that there will be more conversations about that project. The project website is https://www.providencereimagined.com.
The Ward 5 Mutual Aid group is looking for a permanent space in the ward. The organization is currently housed in ANC 5A’s office at The Modern on Galloway Street NE. The mutual aid group wants to find a space near their current location. Commissioner Fletcher said he will work with the group to find a space.
The next ANC 5A public meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2023.
[Ed. Note: At the North Michigan Park Civic Association meeting held on October 4, Faith United Church shared that DC’s Department of Human Services (DHS) approached the church about serving as a hypothermia shelter site for single women when hypothermia alerts are in effect. A church representative said that the church wants to help and that there is space for up to approximately 30 women. He said the individuals would remain on the grounds of the church during their stay. DHS wants to have everything in place by November in time for the cold weather months. The church representative stated the church will have a community meeting about the proposal. ANC 5A sent the information below to the ANC’s distribution list.]
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From ANC 5A
Faith United Church of Christ at Decatur Street NE and South Dakota Ave NE has been asked to become a shelter for women over the winter. At this point, what we know is that if this goes forward, the women will be bussed there in the evening and will be bussed from there in the morning. It is out understanding that there will be security and that they will not be allowed to leave the shelter after they arrive. We have also been told that there will be security. That is all we know as of now.
There is a community meeting scheduled. Please attend to learn more.
Single agenda: Faith UCC becoming a temporary hypothermia site for DHS.
Tuesday, October 17, 2023, 7pm
Faith United Church of Christ
4900 10th St NE,
Washington DC 20017
My neighbor Keith and I have been working with some of the large private property owners along the South Dakota Avenue/Riggs Road NE corridor to tidy up their properties and to help keep surrounding public properties clean as well. Neighbors know that the public spaces owned by the District government, Metro, and National Park Service (NPS) in the neighborhood need a little attention.
The reception has been generally positive. Keith reached out to Alan Thompson, the owner of the Chick-fil-A located at 220 Riggs Road NE, to ask if his team could help with cleaning up the area along the north side of Riggs Road between the bridge & 1st Place NE. That area, the responsibility of partly NPS & Metro, tends to get debris that ends up accumulating, making it a bit unpleasant to walk down the street.
Alan answered the call. Oh the transformation. I have not seen that area look so clean in many, many years.
Huge thanks to the property owners who recognize they are part of a neighborhood & want to help us keep it clean!
Riggs Road NE North Side After Chick-fil-A Cleanup
Riggs Road NE North Side Before Chick-fil-A Cleanup
UDC’s College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability, and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) invites neighbors to a Community Open House.
October 27, 2023
1:00 pm-4:00 pm
UDC Lamond-Riggs Campus/Urban Food Hub
5171 South Dakota Avenue NE
Community-based organizations, local agencies, and residents are invited to explore CAUSES urban research projects, academic degrees and certifications, and land-grant opportunities.
Take a tour of the Lamond-Riggs Urban Farm & learn about volunteer opportunities.
Register to attend at https://www.eventbrite/com/e/udc-causes/fall-open-house-registration-719218400597.
Learn More About:
Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker invites North Michigan Park residents to a public safety walk with new MPD 4th District Commander Nikki Lavenhouse.
October 12, 2023
5:30 pm
Meet at corner of South Dakota Avenue & Delafield Street NE (McDonald’s side).
For questions, contact Carlos McKnight at cmcknight@dccouncil.gov or at (771) 333-9914.
From North Michigan Park Civic Association
North Michigan Park Civic Association Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
7:00 pm to 8:45 pm
FACE TO FACE MEETING
Location
NORTH MICHIGAN PARK RECREATION CENTER
1333 Emerson St NE
AND
Virtual Meeting
Meeting ID 882 7345 2110
Passcode 930240
Call In 1-301-715-8592
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88273452110?pwd=dmZ3R1liOTRKY1FyS3hlYlBqWnBWUT09
Meeting Agenda
· Call to Order
· Opening Prayer – Silent
· Roll Call of Officers
Meeting Protocol
President’s Update
Special Thanks:
Community Development Task Force
Guest Speakers:
Community Leader Reports
Coming Events in 2023
Adjourn
From the Office of Ward Councilmember Janeese Lewis George
Join Ward 4 Councilmember Janeese Lewis George for the second annual Ward 4 Senior Jubilee on Friday, October 6 from 12:30pm-3:30pm at Lamond Recreation Center!
This will be an opportunity to gather together, celebrate community, and enjoy music, dancing, food, games, prizes, and important resources from District agencies.
RSVP online at https://janeeseward4.com/jubilee or by calling or leaving a voicemail with the council office at 202-724-8052 to save your spot.
For questions or requests for accommodations, please reach out to Barbara Rogers at brogers@dccouncil.gov.
Get excited! Tonight is the first meeting of the new program year for the Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association. Read the October 2023 newsletter, available online at https://lrcadc.org/minutes-newsletters.
Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association (LRCA) Public MeetingOctober 2, 2023
6:00 pm
Lamond-Riggs Library
5401 South Dakota Avenue NE
Doors to meeting room open at 5:45 pm.
The Meeting will also be broadcast via Zoom webinar.
Access the meeting using the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83284914051?pwd=OTBaUCtta1RWTGIrbDBIaStpMml4Zz09
Or dial in by phone: 301-715-8592
Webinar ID: 832 8491 4051
Passcode: 114578
Become a member of LRCA. LRCA membership dues support scholarships for neighborhood youth. Last program year, LRCA awarded two scholarships to youth who started college this fall.View map of LRCA’s boundaries.
Tomorrow night’s the night!
Art All Night hosted by The Parks Main Street (TPMS) returns to the Riggs Park and Manor Park neighborhoods on September 30, 2023.
Visit small businesses, shop, dine, see local art, and experience live performances by artists from Riggs Park, Manor Park, and surrounding communities in Wards 4 and 5. Should be a fun time.
Register to automatically be entered in drawing for gift certificates from local small businesses in Riggs Park and Manor Park. Registrants must check-in at a TPMS Welcome Center to confirm eligibility.
Event details and volunteer sign-up at https://theparksartallnight.org.
Art All Night 2023 hosted by The Parks Main Street
Performers and times subject to change
Venue #1 Riggs Park
Troka Insurance / RobtCo Property Management 200 – 212 Riggs Road NE WDC 20011
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm Performance by DJ Damu the Fudgemunk
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm Vendor Marketplace
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm LIVE Painting by Kimeko Robinson
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm Culinary Arts / Food Trucks & Food Vendors
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm Interactive Games / Demonstrations
7:00 pm – HYT 4 Results Fitness – Line Dancing
8:00 pm – DC Retro Jumpers Double-Dutch
9:00 pm – Performance by Fire Dancer Jordan Seitz
The VIP Room 6201 3rd Street NW WDC 20011
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Vendor Marketplace
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm – LIVE Painting – Renee McDonald
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm -Tim Kime Art / Transformation Junkies an Interactive Art Canvas
6:00 pm – Fashion Show by Lovely Lady Boutique
SMOOTH JAZZ and RHYTHM & BLUES
7:00 pm – Performance by Oren Levine & Friends
8:00 pm – Performance by Shirleta Settles & Friends
9:00 pm – Performance by Deidra Love & Company
Hellbender Brewery 5788 2nd Street NE WDC 20011
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm – LIVE Painting by Page Christensen
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Vendor Marketplace
SOUNDS & LAUGHTER
6:00 pm – Performance by DJ Tim
7:30 pm – Performance by Fire Dancer Jordan Seitz
8:00 pm – Comedy Show – Four Corners Entertainment
Unitees Screenprint & Embroidery 5776 2nd Street NE WDC 20011
LET’S MAKE SOME UNITEES!
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Workshop Interactive T-Shirt Screen Printing
Lamond – Riggs / Lillian J. Huff Library 5401 South Dakota Avenue NE WDC 20011
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Performance by DJ SuperSid (Riggs Park)
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm LIVE Painting by Alta Koer (Riggs Park)
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Vendor Marketplace
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Face Painting by Camilla
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm – The Davis Center Dancers
6:00 pm – Performance by Live To Love Family (LTLF) – Uplifting family-friendly hip-hop group for all ages
7:00 pm – Performance by Cassidy Marie
8:00 pm – Performance by Lea Holz
9:00 pm – Performance by Aaron Shneyer
Riggs Wine & Liquor / Riggs Cleaners / Hunan Shrimp Boat 5581 – 5585 South Dakota Avenue NE WDC 20011
COMMUNITY BLAST!
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Performance by DJ Oxygen
5:00 PM – 10:00 pm – LIVE Painting by J’Nell Jordan
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Vendor Marketplace
6:00 pm – Spirit Tasting at Riggs Wine & Liquor
6:00 pm – HYT 4 Results Fitness – Line Dancing
7:00 pm – Performance by T-Mos the Scribe
8:00 pm – Performance by Teonna
9:00 pm – DJ Oxygen
Presented by The Parks Main Streets with financial support from the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities and the Department of Small and Local Business Development. Additional support by Chick-fil-A Riggs Park, Riggs Park Place (EYA), Riggs Crossings Senior Residences (APAH).
[Ed. Note: The LRCA meetings are starting at an earlier time than in previous years because the library closes at 8:00 pm]
Lamond-Riggs Citizens Association (LRCA) Public Meeting
October 2, 2023
6:00 pm
Lamond-Riggs Library
5401 South Dakota Avenue NE
Doors to meeting room open at 5:45 pm.
The Meeting will also be broadcast via Zoom webinar. Access the meeting using the link below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83284914051?pwd=OTBaUCtta1RWTGIrbDBIaStpMml4Zz09
Or dial in by phone: 301-715-8592
Webinar ID: 832 8491 4051
Passcode: 114578
Agenda
Welcome/Invocation
Officers Report, Minutes, Treasurer Report
Updates from Elected Officials & PSA
LRCA Board: Swearing in of new members
Guest Speakers:
Travoris Culpepper, External Affairs Manager, Pepco
Alice Thompson, Community Outreach Specialist, Department of Aging & Community Living
Community Concerns/Closing
Read the LRCA October 2023 newsletter.
The chair of the DC Board of Zoning Adjustment postponed the hearing on a proposed gas station at 4975 South Dakota Avenue NE to January 17, 2024 (BZA case no. 17963A). This is the proposal to put a gas station in front of the DC SuperMart/Z-Burger, which is next to a Sunoco gas station and across the street from the McDonald’s. The property is located in ANC 5A08.
The hearing was previously scheduled for today. This is the second time the hearing has been postponed. The applicant requested a postponement in order to have time to meet with ANC 5A and the North Michigan Park Civic Association.
Next Stop...Riggs Park 
