Bates Area Civic Association

Since the Bates area will be gaining a medical marijuana dispensary — at 1334 North Capitol Street NW — at some point, here is an item from the Washington City Paper regarding renting to a medical marijuana user (who uses marijuana cigarettes as opposed to other methods of marijuana delivery): Washington City Paper “The Answers … More medical marijuana question: “Can I refuse to rent to a pot smoker?”

Come join us for an early evening experience of deliciousness & social enjoyment! Sample our fantastical cocktails & confections while enjoying the company of fellow fabulous people. Goodies will be available for purchase. This is an exclusive event – admission is free, but you must RSVP.Where: Christopher’s Men’s Grooming Lounge 705 H St., NE Washington, … More You Are Cordially Invited To…Cocktails & Confections

*** PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE***  DDOT Invites Public to Transportation Idea Exchange to Get DC Moving Citizens To Help Shape The Future Of Transportation In The District Washington D.C. – The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) today announced the moveDC Idea Exchange, a family-friendly public event, held to share ideas about how District residents, workers and … More DDOT Invites Public to Transportation Idea Exchange

Please keep those that have less than you do in mind. The period between November 1st to March 31st is the hypothermia season. All homeless people must be housed when the temperature falls below 32 degrees, which is considered freezing temperatures. You can help. Call the hotline when you see a homeless person who may … More Hypothermia Hotline for the Homeless

Metro weekend track work January 25-27 Single tracking on Red, Orange and Green lines The ongoing effort to rebuild and upgrade the Metrorail system to provide safer and more reliable service will continue over the weekend of January 25-27 on the Red, Orange and Green lines. There is no scheduled work this weekend on the … More Metro weekend track work January 25-27

***TRAFFIC ADVISORY***   Overnight Single Lane Conditions for the SW Freeway (I-395) and Ramp to Maine Avenue, SW   (Washington, D.C.) The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will be implementing overnight single lane conditions on both sides of the Southwest Freeway (I-395) between 9th and 12th Streets. The ramp to Maine Avenue, SW on the … More Overnight Single Lane Conditions for the SW Freeway (I-395) and Ramp to Maine Avenue, SW

DC Snow Team To Deploy Tonight, Wed., Jan. 23 Overnight Snow Fall Expected To End By AM Rush Hour .   The District Snow Team (Department of Public Works and District Department of Transportation) will deploy about 190 plows that will be on their routes at 10 pm tonight. Major streets, bridges, elevated structures are … More DC Snow Team To Deploy Tonight, Wed., Jan. 23

http://www.popville.com/2013/01/the-district-of-columbia-now-joins-37-other-states-that-permit-liquor-stores-to-be-open-on-sundays/ “The District of Columbia now joins 37 other states that permit liquor stores to be open on Sundays” From an ABRA press release: District of Columbia Mayor, Vincent C. Gray, signed yesterday the comprehensive “Omnibus Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Emergency Amendment Act” (Bill), which is now in effect on an emergency basis. The Bill was … More DC Liquor Stores Can Now Open on Sundays

Bates Area Civic Association Meeting at Mt. Sinai Church on Q and 3rd St NW. The Office of Planning and Ward 5 City Planner, Deborah Crain will be presenting the Small Area Plan for our community. This is an essential part of the planning and economic development of our neighborhood.   Neighborhood participation is essential … More Save The Date: Mon, Feb 4 at 7pm

ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD COMMISSION SINGLE MEMBER DISTRICT 5E06 COMMISSIONER TERI JANINE QUINN, VICE CHAIR OF ANC 5E 5E06@anc.dc.gov · 202-495-1177 · http://www.QUINNFORDC.com · @TJQANC5E06 January 22, 2013 Meeting of Single Member District (SMD) 5E06 Mt. Sinai Baptist Church (1615 3rd  Street, NW), 7pm  AGENDA A. Community Concerns B. Updates on Ongoing Issues I. Proposed Installation of … More January 22, 2013 Meeting of Single Member District (SMD) 5E06