MPCA Meeting Schedule for May to December 2022

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association

MPCA Meeting Schedule for May to December 2022

Currently the meetings are scheduled to be on Zoom (6:30 to 8:00).

Please invite new and old neighbors to attend our meetings.

Please send thoughts on your thoughts about making regular meetings zoom meetings to allow more families with children able to participate in meetings.

Also, the possibility of having quarterly meetings on Saturday for next year so neighbors who cannot attend weekday meetings, can join us once a month. For years, we scheduled 4 of our meetings on Saturday at Providence Hospital.

Please note that the MPCA triangle park cleanup is scheduled for May 7, 2022 beginning at 10:00 am. St. Anthony’s Boy Scout Troop is scheduled to help with the project. Refreshments will be served. Let us know if you are planning to join us so we can have enough refreshments. Note, that our park cleanup day also the day scheduled for the Greater Brookland Yard Sale. However, it is one of two days that the scouts were able to help us.

May 3, 2022

June 7, 2022

July no meeting

August 2, 2022

September 6, 2022

October 4, 2022

November 1, 2022

December 6, 2022

(note: As per normal, Christmas party will follow the meeting if we are able to gather in person)

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Urban Living Board Member Vacancy

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association
Board Member Vacancy
INSTITUTE OF Urban Living dba. Hyacinth’s Place
Mission
The mission of the Institute of Urban Living dba. Hyacinth’s Place is to provide permanent affordable housing with support services to the homeless mentally ill. We work to break the cycle of homelessness by challenging individuals to move above and beyond their environment and personal circumstance to maximize quality of life and work towards life-long self-sufficiency.  
Position
The Board is made up of nine (9) Board members with backgrounds in leadership, finance/banking, law and psychology/mental health.  There is currently one vacancy. We are seeking a candidate who is politically conscious/active with resources and/ability to network within the Washington DC political culture. The ideal candidate would be willing to work towards enforcing a social contract between the people and the government.  
Responsibilities:
  • Leadership, governance and oversight of the non-profit organization
  • Serves as a trusted advisor to the CEO
  • Develops and implements IUL’s strategic plan
  • Fiduciary responsibility to the organization
  • Approve organization’s annual budget, audit reports, and other business decisions; 
  • Assist the CEO and Board Chair in identifying and recruiting other Board Members
  • Serving on committees and taking on special assignments
  • Representing IUL to stakeholders and acting as an ambassador for the organization
  • Ensuring IUL’s commitment to a diverse board and staff  reflective of the community in which it serves
 
Fundraising Obligation
IUL Board Members will consider the organization a philanthropic priority and make annual gifts of at least minimum of $1,000, so the organization can credibly solicit contributions from foundations and other donors. This contribution can be personal or from other sources made on the Board member’s behalf.  It is expected that Board Members make this annual contribution commensurate with their financial capability.
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Helping Hand Neighborhood Clean-up

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association
DC provides the opportunity for communities to obtain help with cleaning up our neighborhood by using fellow citizens who are asked to provide community service instead of going to jail (often for speeding violations).  Let us know if anyone wishes to oversee the project for our neighborhood association.
To ANC and Civic Leads,
CSOSA (Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency) may have availability to work with your SMDs to bring team members under their supervision out for community cleanups. You must fill out the attached form and send to Christine Barron (christine.barron@csosa.gov) to schedule.

We highly recommend that you take advantage of this free service. It does a community good and gives those under supervision an opportunity to give back and be part of something positive. You may also consider doing this on a regular basis and bringing neighbors together for coffee/donuts or lemonade/snacks after so folks can get to know one another and show appreciation for everyone’s efforts to help cleanup their community.
You can also coordinate with DPW & Helping Hands for supplies (brooms/rakes/bags/pickup).
The Helping Hand program provides tools and supplies for neighborhood clean-up and beautification projects.
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Building Blocks DC Grants

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association
Mayor Bowser Invites Community Members to Apply for Building Blocks DC Grants
Awardees Could Receive Up to $5,000 for Programs and Activities that Create a Safer DC
 
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of Gun Violence Prevention Director Linda Harllee Harper invited District residents and community-based organizations to apply for up to $5,000 in Building Blocks DC Grants, administered by the Office of Gun Violence Prevention (OGVP) to support activities and programs aimed at creating a safer DC. The deadline to submit an application is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2022.
“The goal of these grants is to empower the community,” said Mayor Bowser. “We know that solving issues of violence requires a whole-of-community approach. With these grants, we’re supporting people who have deep roots in our community, who understand the challenges we face, and who are passionate about saving lives and building a safer DC.”
OGVP, in partnership with Progressive Life Center and the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services, is providing grants of up to $5,000 to reduce gun violence in neighborhoods. This grant opportunity is for community-based non-profit groups and organizations, clergy groups, individuals, or small businesses in the District to propose creative services related to community wealth, healing, and revitalization. Previous grantees have provided activities related to leadership development, healing and mental wellness, neighborhood outreach, block cleaning, direct intervention, and more. Communities most impacted by gun violence will be prioritized. For more information about eligibility and this grant opportunity, please visit progressivelifecenter.org/office-of-gun-violence-prevention.
“We know that the work of gun violence prevention requires collaboration with residents to be effective,” said Director Harllee Harper. “These grants continue our promise to connect our community partners with the resources they need to keep doing this important work.”
Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 15. Residents may access the application here. All applications must be submitted via email to Progressive Life Center at applications@plcntu.org.
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Soccer Tryouts

Posted on April 11, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 11, 2022

CONTACTS:
DPR Customer Care: (202) 673-7647

Media Contacts:         Nolan Treadway (202) 257-5266 nolan.treadway@dc.gov
                                     Michael Tucker Jr. (202) 717-4242 michael.tucker@dc.gov 

Trinidad & Tobago Men’s National Soccer Team Tryouts to Take Place in DC at Edgewood Recreation Center

(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, the Bowser Administration and DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) announced a soccer camp and tryout for the Trinidad & Tobago Under-20 and Senior Men’s National Football [Soccer] Team set to take place at the Edgewood Recreation Center on Saturday and Sunday, April 16 and 17, 2022.

“Hosting this camp for the Trinidad & Tobago National Team highlights the investments DPR continues to make in the world’s most popular sport.” Said DPR Director Delano Hunter, “From our youth recreational leagues up to the highest levels of international competition, DPR has it all!”

DPR runs soccer leagues and teams for an array of ages and skill levels, including the marquee event of the year, the DC Cup, an annual invitational tournament attracting teams from around the country and internationally is hosted in DC each year over the 4th of July weekend. Edgewood Recreation Center and fields were completely rebuilt in 2019, including a state-of-the-art synthetic turf youth-regulation-size soccer field.

The tryout, hosted by the North American Caribbean Training Method (NACTM), will feature select North American and European-based players of Trinbagonian descent. National team head coach Angus Eve will be in attendance seeking to complete his roster for the Under-20 national team that will compete in the CONCACAF Under-20 Championships in Honduras in June 2022 as well as for the Senior team who is grouped in League C of the Nations League.

“We are excited to provide an opportunity for players of Trinbagonian descent to showcase their talents to earn a roster spot on the U-20s and Senior teams,” said NACTM Soccer Camps Director Justin Reid, “There is so much talent in North America and Europe for players of Trinbagonian descent and we are happy to be able to offer this platform.”

The public is invited to attend and view the training and games on Saturday, April 16, and Sunday, April 17, 2022, at Edgewood Recreation Center, 301 Franklin Street NE. To register to attend, go to http://dpr.events.

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Social Media: 
DPR Twitter: @DCDPR  
DPR Instagram: @DCDPR   
DPR Facebook: facebook.com/DCDPR 
DPR Website: dpr.dc.gov  
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DPW Closes Ft Totten Transfer Station

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association
DPW Closes Fort Totten Trash Transfer Station For Approximately 6 Months
As the DC Department of Public Works (DPW) strives to improve our facilities, April 2, 2022, will be the last day the Fort Totten transfer station will be open for bulk and residential drop-off until the completion of our capital improvement project.
DPW has received a stormwater management grant to improve the quality of the runoff stormwater generated by the bulk trash and citizens’ drop-off areas exposed to the weather at the Fort Totten Trash Transfer Station. Based on the required renovations, this location will not be available for residential drop-off until the Fall of 2022.
Operations will be moved to the Benning Road Transfer station located at 3200 Benning Road, NE. Beginning April 6, 2022, bulk and residential drop-off will take place Wednesday through Friday from 10 am until 2 pm. Residential drop-off is an alternative to scheduled bulk pick-up. DPW recommends that residents use 311 to schedule a bulk pick-up at a time convenient for the resident. Residents can schedule up to seven items per service request. Pick-ups are collected within 14 days of a scheduled service request.
Household Hazardous Waste drop-off will continue Saturdays from 7 am until 2 pm. Shredding will take place on the first Saturday of every month from 7 am until 2 pm.
The Fort Totten transfer station renovations are extensive and will take approximately six months to complete.”
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WMATA Posting

Posted on March 29, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association
WMATA has asked us to share the latest Metro marketing ad.  Here is the youtube link for Metro’s latest #DoingOurPart marketing ad.  Please help circulate and share the ad/message within your own jurisdictions and just remind folks of the mask mandate on public transportation.
We’re still “Doing Our Part” to keep you safe while riding Metro, and Station Manager Jeff Dowtin, along with fellow employees, are doing their part to keep the DC area moving. Welcome back to Metro! Learn more: wmata.com/doingourpart #DoingOurPart
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DPR Summer Camp Registration

Posted on March 29, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 29, 2022

CONTACTS:
DPR Customer Care: (202) 673-7647

Media Contacts:         Nolan Treadway (202) 257-5266 nolan.treadway@dc.gov
                                     Michael Tucker Jr. (202) 717-4242 michael.tucker@dc.gov 

Bowser Administration to Open Registration for DPR Summer Camp on April 4, 2022

(WASHINGTON, DC) – On Monday, April 4, 2022, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will open registration on a rolling basis for the 2022 Summer Camp season, with an array of offerings for children aged 3-13, at 50 DPR facilities across all eight wards.
“Summer is primetime for DPR and we look forward to providing fun and engaging programming for our youngest residents!” said DPR Director Delano Hunter, “Through the leadership of Mayor Bowser, I am extremely proud of both the quality and quantity of DPR’s summer camp offerings, with numerous specialty and sports camps across 50 locations.”
In 2022, DPR will offer more camps and camp slots than any summer since the pandemic began including Aqua Day Camp, Cookery 202, Jr. Camp, Verano Spanish-language Camp, STEAM camps, sports camps, and more!
2022 Summer Camp Registration Dates
Registration begins on Monday, April 4, 2022. Each day, registration will open at 12:00 p.m. Registration opens:
2022 Summer Camp Dates
  • Session 1: June 29 – July 8, 2022* (*no camp on Monday, July 4)
  • Session 2: July 11 – July 22, 2022
  • Session 3: July 25 – August 5, 2022
  • Session 4: August 8 – August 19, 2022
Camps operate in two-week sessions, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Before and Aftercare is also available for a nominal fee.
Residents are reminded to make sure they are able to access their DPR account and their information is up to date before the date to register.
For more information about DPR 2022 Summer Camp visit DPRsummercamp.com or contact the DPR Summer Camp office at (202) 671-0372 or kidscampsandcoop@dc.gov.
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Appealing Property Real Estate Assessment

Posted on March 29, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association

Appeal Process

Directions to Appeal

Property owners should have received proposed property tax assessments for their property in the District. You have the right to appeal the assessment value but a reminder that you must do so by this Friday April 1st as outlined in the assessment.
Below is information on the process for appeal. In appealing your assessment you may want to find more closely matching comparable properties to yours

 

Reasons to Appeal

 

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Teen Recreational 24 Hour Activities

Posted on March 18, 2022 by Michigan Park Citizens Association

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 17, 2022

CONTACTS:
DPR Customer Care: (202) 673-7647

Media Contacts:          Michael Tucker Jr. (202) 717-4242 michael.tucker@dc.gov
                                      Nolan Treadway (202) 257-5266 nolan.treadway@dc.gov

Bowser Administration to Host Monthly Event Offering 24-Hour Access for Teens at Recreation Centers for the First Time Ever

All-Night Party to Provide Safe and Fun Space for Youth
(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) announced it will host Late Night Hype 2.0, a teen-focused experience starting at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 18, and ending Saturday morning, when the center will be open for standard Saturday hours. The event takes place at Turkey Thicket Recreation Center, 1100 Michigan Avenue, NE.
“DPR is excited to be able to offer DC youth a fun overnight experience for the first time in our history with Late Night Hype 2.0, said,” DPR Director Delano Hunter. “Under Mayor Bowser’s leadership, DPR continues to create unique events that provide young residents a safe place to be active and social amongst their peers.”
The event, focused on kids 13 years old and above, will include:
  • Performance by DC’s Perf3ction Band
  • Interactive art demonstration/session by Demont ‘Peekaso’ Pinder
  • Full recording studio
  • Late night pool party with DJ and water sports/games
  • Pizza and wings
  • Henna Tatoo artist
  • Haircuts, braiding, and nail technician on site
  • 360-degree photo booth
  • Xbox and PlayStation video games
Music and art performances/demonstrations will take place between 7:00 pm and 11:00 pm. After 11:00 pm, the recreation center will remain open all night including the pool, open gym, and video games.
Late Night Hype 2.0 builds on a series of outdoor carnival-style events that took place last summer, and will continue two more times this spring: on Thursday, April 14 at Deanwood Recreation Center and Friday, May 20 at Barry Farm Recreation Center. Additional details are available at dpr.events.
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Social Media: 
DPR Twitter: @DCDPR  
DPR Instagram: @DCDPR   
DPR Facebook: facebook.com/DCDPR 
DPR Website: dpr.dc.gov  
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