[Attachment(s) from Clark, Timothy (Council) included below]
The Ward 5 Report:The Office of Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie, Ward 5November 9, 2012The Week in Review:
Congratulations!!
This election, we saw record turnout in the District. Manystood in long lines and endured cold temperatures to exercise their right to vote. Councilmember McDuffie has released the following statement about the Tuesdaynight's results:
"I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to President Obama and Vice President Biden on their hard-fought victory. I am happy that you will have the opportunity to finish the job you started. I would also like to offer my congratulations to my colleagues Chairman Mendelson; Councilmembers Alexander, Barry, Bowser and Orange; and Councilmember-Elect Grosso on their successful campaigns to the Council. I look forward to working with you all."
"Additionally, I would thank Councilmember Brown for his years of service to the District. Michael and I have become great friends during my time on the Council, and he will be greatly missed.
"Furthermore, let me express my congratulations to all the Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners that won in the various races throughout Ward 5. I look forward to working with you in the coming years on the behalf of Ward 5 and placing the interest and concerns of our residents first."
McDuffie Joined Norton to View New Lighting toEnhance Safety at the Fort Totten Social Path
This week, Councilmember McDuffie andCongresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) joined by National Park Service (NPS), Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and the U.S. Park Police to inspect two temporary lights installed by NPSand the WMATA along a well-traveled path that serves as a shortcut through Fort Totten Park. The two temporarylights, one at each end of the path, will provide illumination to help enhance safety and give residents traveling to and from the Metro station sight visibility.For more information, click here.
McDuffie, Cheh and the American Heart Association Celebrated National Eating Healthy Day at McKinley Tech
Councilmember McDuffie co-hosted a special event with Councilmember Cheh (D–Ward 3) and the American Heart Association at McKinley Technical High School to celebrate National Eating Healthy Day. In the District of Columbia, schools are making significant changes to improve the health of students and staff. McKinley Technical High School, which was recently named a National Blue Ribbon School, has received national recognition from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a coalition founded in part by President Bill Clinton, because it has distinguished itself with outstanding healthy eating and physical activity programs and policies.
Councilmember McDuffie and Cheh provided students with a healthy food demonstration and discussion the importance of eating healthy. Click here to see an article from WUSA9 about the event.
McDuffie Honors Our Troops and Veterans on Veterans Day
Councilmember Kenyan McDuffie offered the following statement in honor of Veterans Day:
"On November 11, we will come together to celebrate and honor our nation's veterans – the generations of men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our freedoms and served our country with courage. As we mark another Veterans Day, it is important for each of us to remember the shared sacrifices our military and their families havemade in service to our nation. I encourage everyone to take the time out, especially on this day, to honor the heroes we lost, encourage our wounded and celebrate all the men and women who have fought to defend our country and freedoms."
Legislative Updates:
Hearing for the Retail Incentive Amendment Act Of 2012
This week, the Committee on Economic Development and Housing held a public hearing on B19-0990, the "Retail Incentive Amendment Act Of 2012." The bill, introduced by Councilmember McDuffie along with Councilmember Brown (I – At-Large), designates Ward 5's two Great Streets, North Capitol Street and Rhode Island Avenue NE, as Retail Priority Areas. The legislation focuses on the portions of North Capitol Street (bounded by New York Avenue to the south and Rhode Island Avenue to the north) and Rhode Island Avenue NE (bounded by 4th Street, NE to the west and to Eastern Avenue, NE to the east). The complete text of the bill is available at:http://dcclims1.dccouncil.us/images/00001/20121004145614.pdfHearing for Ward 5 Industrial Land Transformation Task Force Act of 2012
The Committee on Libraries, Parks, Recreation and Planning, will have a public hearing on B19-1016, the "Ward 5 Industrial Land Transformation Task Force Act of 2012." The hearing is scheduled for Thursday, November 15, 2012, at 10:30am in Room 500 of the John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW.
This bill would establish the Ward 5 Industrial Land Transformation Task Force to develop a strategic plan for the modernization and adaptive reuse of industrial land in Ward 5. The Task Force, which would be convened and facilitated by the Director of the Office of Planning, would be required to submit a report on this strategic plan to the Mayor and the Council by July 1, 2013.
We invite the public to testify. Individuals and representatives of organizations who wish to testify should contact Tawanna Shuford at 202.727.8204 or tshuford@dccouncil.us, and furnish their name, address, telephone number, and organizational affiliation (if any) by 5 pm on Tuesday, November 13.
Announcements:
Show your Support for Ivy City's Day in Court
In July, the residents of Ivy City filed a lawsuit against the District and the Union Station Redevelopment Corporation to block the construction a Motor Coach Bus Lot being placed on the site of the historic Alexander Crummell School – located in the heart of Ward 5. Ivy City, which currently has over 10 acres of parking lots for trucks and buses, is fighting against the proposed plan to locate the bus lot in their neighborhood.
The hearing is scheduled on Tuesday, November 13 at 12:30 pm at the Carl Moultrie Courthouse, located at 500 Indiana Ave, NW. For more information and to R.S.V.P., please contact at Empower DC at (202) 234-9119, or send an email to andria@empowerdc.org orparisa@empowerdc.org.
DPR will Close all Facilities in Observance of Veterans Day
The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) announced that on Monday, November 12 all Recreation Centers and Aquatic Centers will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. All scheduled permitted events and activities on DPR fields will be made available for the permitted time period only.
District Residents Needed for Focus Groups: $50 for Your Time
The District of Columbia needs your help in shaping future programs in the city. If you're a D.C. resident, and can participate in a 90-munute conversation in November we want to talk to you. Participates will earn $50 for their time. If you are interested being joining the focus groups,please contact the Greater Washington Urban League at202.559.4431, or send an email toinfo@reingoldlink.com.
Upcoming Ward 5 Events:
Saturday, November 10 – Councilmember McDuffie will join ANC Commissioners, MPD and DDOT for awalkthrough of the Woodridge and Michigan Park neighborhoods to discuss the need for traffic calming measures on S. Dakota Avenue, NE from 18th Street, NE to Perry Street.
Monday, November 12 –Observance of Veterans Day(All City Offices will be closed)
Monday, November 12 – SMD 5C03 will hold a meeting at Metropolitan Wesley AME Zion Church in Bloomingdale at 7pm.
Tuesday, November 13 - SMD 5A11 will hold a meeting at the Friendship Woodridge Public Charter School in Woodridge at 6:30pm.
Tuesday, November 13 – ANC 5C will meet at The Summit in Eckington at 7pm to introduce a resolution in opposition to WMATA Bus Garage proposal at the Old Soldiers' Home Site.
Tuesday, November 13 – The Arboretum Neighborhood Association will meet at the Arboretum Community Center in Arboretum at 7pm.
Tuesday, November 13 – Councilmember McDuffie will appear on "A Capital View" on DCTV Cable Channel 8 at 8pm.
Wednesday, November 14 – Councilmember McDuffie will attend a Ward 5 Workforce Development Tour with the Powell House Project, Inc.
Wednesday, November 14 – The SMD 5A09 and PSA 503 will hold a combined meeting at the Hospital for Sick Children (HSC) in Woodridge at 6:30pm.
Thursday, November 15 – The Ft. Lincoln Civic Association will hold a Board of Directors meeting at the Wesley House Senior Apartments in Fort Lincoln at 6:30pm.
Friday, November 15 – Councilmember McDuffie willattend and provide greetings at the Wilson High School basketball tip off "Tiger Madness."
** Councilmember McDuffie's public schedule is subject to change at any time.
For more information, please follow us attwitter.com/CM_McDuffie,facebook.com/KenyanRMcDuffie or contact our office at(202) 724-8028.
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