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Thursday, September 07, 2017

Ward 5 Report: Wrapping up summer office hours and ucoming hearings on McDuffie's legislation

From: Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie [mailto:kmcduffie=dccouncil.us@mail158.sea51.mcsv.net] On Behalf Of Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie
Sent: Thursday, September 7, 2017 12:09 PM
Subject: Ward 5 Report: Wrapping Up Summer Office Hours and Upcoming Hearings on McDuffie's Legislation

In this Ward 5 Report: Wrapping up summer office hours and getting ready to start hearings on CM McDuffie's proposed legislation
Neighbors,

I am always encouraging residents to visit the Ward 5 Office at the Wilson Building or to take an active role in your government by testifying at a hearing. But I also know people have busy lives and cannot always make it downtown, which is why my staff and I hosted over 50 sessions.

During summer recess, we held more than 100 community office hours at 40 different locations in 14 neighborhoods in Ward 5. Twice a day, Monday through Thursday, we were out listening to your concerns and answering your questions. We had a great time meeting with neighbors at coffeeshops and restaurants, recreation centers and Metro stations, and some of our great small businesses.

Even as the D.C. Council is set to end its recess, myself and my staff are here to help. If you are need help with government services or have a question about pending legislation, you can always call our office at (202) 724-8028 or email me at kmcduffie@dccouncil.us. We look forward to continuing our engagement with you.

In Service,

Kenyan




Recent Homegoings


https://gallery.mailchimp.com/467cc2381663d8fde782cd361/images/d4a072aa-2fa3-4498-8234-2f3a64500a2d.jpg Isaac Fulwood, Jr. - I was saddened to hear of the passing of Former Metropolitan Police Chief Isaac "Ike" Fulwood. Chief Fulwood led the Metropolitan Police Department at a highly challenging time and continued to give back after his MPD service ended through serving, and eventually chairing, the U.S. Parole Commission and as an adjunct faculty at the University of the District of Columbia. I extend my thoughts and prayers to his family and friends and to those whose lives he touched.

https://gallery.mailchimp.com/467cc2381663d8fde782cd361/images/a9342596-4ba2-4ff3-8518-8f70b54a9793.jpgRuth Odom Bonner - Many of you remember Ms. Bonner when she joined President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama to mark the dedication of the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Her father was born into servitude in Mississippi, before escaping and earning a medical degree. Ms. Bonner was joined that day by four generations of her family, which President Obama acknowledged by remarking that their presence "reflects the arc of our progress." My thoughts and prayers are with the Bonner family as they remember their loved one, a national treasure.


Legislative Update - Upcoming Hearings


Please come out to the following hearings on legislation introduced by Councilmember McDuffie.

Hearing on Bill to Build Statues of Charles Hamilton Houston & Other Diverse Washingtonian


This bill, the Charles Hamilton Houston and Other Diverse Washingtonians Commemorative Works Amendment Act of 2017, would erect statues in each of the D.C.'s eight wards that highlight native Washingtonians who are women and minorities. Furthermore, the legislation would make the inaugural statue sponsored by the Council a memorial to honor Charles Hamilton Houston, a native Washingtonian and graduate of Dunbar High School. Houston led the law program at Howard University, and then went on to serve as special counsel for the NAACP, where he laid the legal foundation responsible for dismantling the American system of segregation. [[D.C. Council Bill #  22-346]

Hearing Date/Time: October 5, 2017 at 9:30 AM
How to Sign Up to Testify: Email cow@dccouncil.us, or call Sydney Hawthorne at (202) 724-7130, and  provide your name, address, telephone number, organizational affiliation, and title (if any) by close of business October 3.

Hearing on the M.O.W.S. Act to Help Seniors with Yard Work


This legislation, the Managing Outdoor Work for Seniors Amendment Act of 2017, would create a D.C. Government program to provide outdoor yard work services for seniors. The Office of Aging will be tasked with setting up the program, which consists of connecting seniors who wish to take part with contractors to provide basic outdoor services to seniors. Services offered would include lawn fertilization, seeding, aeration, and mowing; yard cleanup including weed control and leaf removal; gutter cleaning; and snow removal. [D.C. Council Bill # B22-0235]

Hearing Date/Time: October 5, 2017 at 10:30 AM
How to Sign Up to Testify:  Email omontiel@dccouncil.us, or call (202) 724-8198, and provide your name, address, telephone number, organizational affiliation, and title (if any) by close of business October 4.

Hearing on Proposed Legislation to Make Transportation Planning in D.C. More Proactive


This legislation,  The Proper Planning for Future Growth Amendment Act of 2017, will require the D.C. Department of Transportation and the D.C. Office of Planning to work together on a biennial report analyzing each ward's current transportation infrastructure and future needs. While individual projects perform traffic studies as part of their analysis of development impacts and Small Area Plans look at the traffic patterns within a prescribed area or neighborhood, these approaches are often too narrow. This legislation will broaden the outlook of transportation studies, and make this process a regular occurrence rather than an ad hoc response to a given development. [D.C. Council Bill # B22-0181]

Hearing Date/Time: September 22, 2017 at 11:00 AM
How to Sign Up to Testify:  Email abenjamin@dccouncil.us, or call (202) 724-8062, and provide your name, address, telephone number, organizational affiliation, and title (if any).


Kenyan in the Community





New York Avenue Streetscape and Trail Project Meeting - Sept 19



The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is hosting the fourth public meeting to discuss the final concept for the New York Avenue Streetscape and Trail Project. The purpose of this project is to develop implementable design solutions to enhance safety and aesthetics along New York Avenue NE. At the meeting, DDOT will present the final design concept and gather feedback from the community. The meeting will be an open house format with a brief presentation by DDOT staff at 6:30 pm.

Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM; brief presentation at 6:30 PM
Location: Gallaudet University, I. King Jordan Student Academic Center, 800 Florida Avenue NE
 


DC Water Conduction Block Meetings at Construction Sites - Sept 12-28



DC Clean Rivers will be conducting a series of Block Meetings at each of the Northeast Boundary Tunnel (NEBT) Construction Staging Areas (CSA). Attendees will receive information that will help them envision what to expect during construction of the NEBT. The purpose of the meeting is to not only share information but also learn local knowledge from attendees which will help the team address construction impacts.

Poster boards will be set up and handouts provided at each CSA. Information will illustrate to area residents and business owners the proposed construction in their local neighborhoods. Members of the Clean Rivers Engineering and Outreach Team will be on site to highlight the problem, the design solution provided by the NEBT, and the long-term benefits and collect contact information for the stakeholder database and future Tunnel Forums.


Ward 5 Conversation on Technology - Sept 23



Connect.DC is working to bring technology access and training to Ward 5 residents. Join the conversation and share your ideas and strategies to close the digital divide in Ward 5.

DATE: Saturday, September 23
TIME: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION: Trinidad Rec Center, 1310 Childress Street NE
RSVP


Rebuilding the Lamond-Riggs Library


This spring, Councilmember McDuffie secured $20 million for the rebuilding of the Lamond-Riggs Library a year sooner than previously budgeted. Join your friends and neighbors for the first meeting to learn about the project timeline and process for community engagement.

DATE: Thursday, October 5
TIME: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
LOCATION: Lamond-Riggs Library, 5410 South Dakota Avenue NE

The Lamond-Riggs Library Friends group has recently been reactivated and is seeking new members and supporters. Their next meeting is Thursday, September 21, 2017 at the Lamond-Riggs Library, 5401 South Dakota Avenue NE, in Conference Room 1 at 7pm. Or, for more information email LRLFriends2017@gmail.com or call (202) 215-1679.


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