At neighborhood meetings there are constant complaints about loitering and other issues with liquor sotres int the neighborhood. Most of these stores signed agreements with the community prior to getting their liquor licenses. In these they agreed to work with the community on specific issues should they arise. For example, Sunset and Johnson Liquor Store, … More Voluntary agreements w liquor stores
On Saturday, March 19th I stopped at the Florida Avenue Coffee House, 220 Florida Avenue, for a cup of coffee. Was I surprised not only by how beautifully renovated the place was, but also by the quality of the coffee and the great customer service. Currently, the hours of operations are 7am – 4pm. Soon, … More Florida Avenue Coffee House is Opened
Okay, not yet, opening is not until later this year but renovations are making great progress. March 19, 2011, I and other members of North Capitol Main Street were given a tour of the building. The Firehouse will host fund raiser for North Capitol Main Street in April of 2011. The Firehouse will be composed … More Firehouse ready for business
Quick Recap of BACA Meetings The first quarter of BACA meetings and projects have been extremely eventful and productive. In January – William P. Regan, Principal, Urban Matters provided and overview of the final plans for the M.M. Washington building. The 90 unit senior housing project will include a 5,000 square foot community room. Commissioner … More Did You Miss a BACA Meeting? You Missed A Lot!!!!!
Graffiti is an issue in areas of our neighborhood. What do you think of DPW’s proposal? CALL FOR MURAL SITES For the 2011 MuralsDC program The DC Department of Public Works (DPW) is looking for mural sites in Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 to be considered as part of its … More DPW Call for Sites for Graffiti Mural
The Economic Development Committee of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 5C is seeking input from residents to help develop public policy which will encourage and monitor controlled economic development in the western neighborhoods of Ward 5. If you live in Bloomingdale, Brookland, Eckington, Edgewood, Metropolis View, Pleasant Hill, Stronghold or Truxton Circle, and you have experience or … More ANC5C Economic Development Committing Seeking Input
Greeting NCMS Businesses: Please mark your calendars and join us for North Capitol Main Street’s first technical assistance seminar series. We promise to provide you informative & useful information, in the time frame outlined!! The detailed flyer is attached & we will also be delivering copies. We would love to have our business owners attend … More NCMS Seminar Series Key Records Management to Be Competitive & Simple, Inexpensive, Effective Marketing
Talking is Not a Substitute for Action Here are some way you can become involved in improving our neighborhood by addressing issues that impact economic development and quality of life in our community: Tuesday, February 15 – ANC 5C Meeting, 7pm at St. Martins, 116 T Street, N.E., Washington, DC . Why should you attend? … More Want To Make a Difference?
The D.C. Public Charter School Board is seeking charter school parents to participate in a focus group, to get feedback and suggestions for the content and layout of its PMF charter school report card. Parents will be compensated $25 for their time. The focus group will take place on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at 6:30pm … More Parent Focus Group Participants Wanted
DPR is Making History in February DPR celebrates Black History Month, Valentines Day, and winter sports this month DPR Contact: John A. Stokes, (202) 288-7275 DPR Customer Service: (202) 673-7647 Washington, DC – This February, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is filled with opportunities for fun! Review the list of highlighted events … More DPR Programs
Bates Area Civic Association 