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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 28, 2020 CONTACT: LaToya Foster (EOM) – (202) 727-5011; latoya.foster@dc.gov Mayor Bowser Launches Online Survey for ReOpenDC Residents, Workers & Employers Can Also Provide Feedback at a Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday at 5 pm   (WASHINGTON, … Continue reading →

A big thank you to Don and Elizabeth who answerd the call this week to pull weeds from our neighborhood park. Getting ahead of the weeds in the Spring will enable to garden to thrive during the Summer. Feel free … Continue reading →

Flowers are blooming at the neighborhood triangle park, 12th/Michigan/Shepherd Streets.  Most evident are the lilies. Perhaps you have noticed while taking some fresh air during a walk. The planned Spring cleanup and mulching of the park did not occur this … Continue reading →

Below are today’s updates from Councilmember McDuffie on the District’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. For the latest and most comprehensive information always visit http://coronavirus.dc.gov. Mayor’s Guidance on Grocery Stores and Masks How to Get Tested Mayor Asks National Park Service … Continue reading →

Mayor’s Guidance on Grocery Stores and Masks The Mayor issued an order on social distancing protocols at indoor retail food sellers, like grocery stores and convenience stores. Among the provisions, retail food sellers will have to post signs at each entrance … Continue reading →

Councilmember McDuffie is soliciting feedback from Ward 5 residents on their budget priorities. The city is now begining its budget development for next year. Please use the link below to provide your input. https://form.jotform.com/200078806873056

A very short MPCA meeting will held on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Turkey Thicket Recreation Center starting at 06:30, followed by a potluck at the Gribbin’s residence, 3800 13th Street. A short half an hour meeting will be held … Continue reading →

The Greater Brookland Garden Club (GBGC) Announcement: Bulb Giveaway – Nov. 16   Find us at the Farmers Market on Nov. 16 and take home some bulbs!   When: Saturday, Nov. 16, 10 a.m. to noon Where: Monroe Street Market … Continue reading →

Hight intensity LED (light-emitting diode) streetlights, harsh on the eyes and likely detrimental to animal life, continue to be installed by DDOT.  These LET lights emit an unnaturally high percentage of blue-wavelength light of 4,000 Kelvins.  The American Medical Association … Continue reading →

Michigan Avenue NE closed with power line down, 1200 Block Michigan Avenue NE, 28 January 2019. Telephone pole in nearby alley down, one vehicle with visible damage, picture, 11:30 a.m. See visible damage top of truck.