Monthly Archives: June 2010

Bill 18-487, the “Rhode Island Avenue and North Capitol Street Neighborhood Development and Special Tax District of 2009

Posted on June 28, 2010 by

Council Member introduced a bill on Thursday, June 24th that provides tax incentives for business to either 1) occupy a vacant property on North Capitol Street or 2) make significant improvements to an existing property. In addition the business must … Continue reading →

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DCRA Responds to Requests to Board Up Nuisance Property

Posted on June 28, 2010 by

 Dear Neighbors, for weeks MPD has been conducting arrests for unlawful trespassing at the abandoned property at 18 Bates ST NW.  The property is also filled with trash that overflows on to the alley and houses rats among other animals. … Continue reading →

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Big Flower Power Thank You

Posted on June 28, 2010 by

Dear All, I want to thank you for all that you’ve done to help pull off Flower Power this year be ye’ on the committee, a major ticket seller, or one of the nominees who provided refreshments or kindly let … Continue reading →

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Important Updates – Weekly Update

Posted on June 28, 2010 by

Please forward to any others you feel need to know this information. Dear Neighbors, here’s a quick week update on a few community issues. Monday, July 5th at 7pm – Bates Area Civic Association (Mt.SinaiChurch on 3rd and Q ST) … Continue reading →

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Live, One-Hour Chat with DC Department of Public Works; Graffiti and Trash

Posted on June 27, 2010 by

Does nothing irk you more than seeing someone throw trash on the ground, sometimes just a few steps away from a litter can? Is your block a dumping ground for wrappers and cups due to your proximity to fast food … Continue reading →

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Residential Trash, Recycling Collections to Begin at 6 am Tues., Wed., Due to Heat, Poor Air Quality

Posted on June 22, 2010 by

The Department of Public Works announced today that its trash and recycling crews will begin their collections an hour earlier, at 6 am, Tuesday, June 22, and Wednesday, June 23, due to a forecast of 90° and above temperatures and … Continue reading →

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Age-In-Place Home Repairs & Maintenance Services for Seniors

Posted on June 20, 2010 by

Dear Neighbors, as some of you know, I am the Director for a Hospice Program. As part of my job, we identify community resources available to seniors. Our Hospice Social Worker provided me with information regarding an agency that provides … Continue reading →

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$1.2 Million Renovation of Florida Avenue Park to Begin in August

Posted on June 20, 2010 by

Council Member Harry Thomas has informed me that the renovations of the Florida Avenue and First ST Park are slated to begin in August of 2010. Many of the renovations will include addressing lighting, fencing, safety and overall community access. … Continue reading →

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Road Closures for Washington D.C. Triathlon

Posted on June 20, 2010 by

Organizers have provided the following information about road closures for the inaugural Washington D.C. Triathlon scheduled for this weekend.  There will be numerous streets impacted around the National Mall and motorists are advised there could be traffic delays associated with … Continue reading →

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Night of Hope on June 26

Posted on June 17, 2010 by

Mary Ann on Bates asked to posted this info: Night of Hope is a day of ministry to the body and soul of a small portion of the homeless in DC, sponsored by the Woodbridge Nazarene Chucrh, with a shower … Continue reading →

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