The Ward 5 Report:
Office of Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie
March 1, 2013
Ward 5 Highlights:
The Ward 5 Industrial Land Transformation Task Force Holds Its Kick-Off Meeting
On February 27, the Ward 5 Industrial Land Transformation Task Force held its inaugural meeting. Members were sworn in by Darryl Gorman, Director of the Office of Boards and Commissions (OBC), and discussed innovative ways of transforming Ward 5’s industrial land.
“I am very excited that we are beginning the work of transforming the industrial land in Ward 5,” said Councilmember McDuffie. “It is important that we not only see change that benefits new residents, but change that benefits current residents. I am looking forward to working with the Task Force over the next few months to make sure we develop a comprehensive plan that every resident in Ward 5 can be proud of.”
The task force, established by Mayor Vincent C. Gray (D) and Councilmember McDuffie, looks to develop a strategic and forward-looking plan to transform these industrial areas into a magnet for green and creative businesses, create jobs for a variety of skill levels, and provide the amenities and services desired by residents. The Task Force is expected to submit a draft report to the Mayor and the Council by January 31, 2014.
Councilmember McDuffie Honors the Outstanding Efforts of MPD Officers
On February 28, Councilmember McDuffie attended the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Thirteenth Annual Awards Ceremony. The ceremony, held at the Elstad Auditorium on the Gallaudet University campus, honored the accomplishments of the members of MPD and their community partners for their outstanding efforts over the past year.
“The District of Columbia has the best police force in the entire country,” said Councilmember McDuffie. “I congratulate all the men and women honored this year and appreciate everything MPD does to keep our communities safe.”
Councilmember McDuffie and DC Agencies Hold a Langdon Park Walk Through
On February 23, Councilmember McDuffie led a follow-up walk through with the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), the Department of General Services (DGS), the Department of Transportation (DDOT), MPD and ANC Commissioner Nolan Treadway. The walk through was a follow up to the one held in early December.
During the walk through, Councilmember McDuffie and the various agencies covered several issues related to Langdon Park. Click here for more information and details on the Langdon Park walk through.
Ward 5 Community Office Hours
On February 26, Councilmember McDuffie held the Ward 5 Community Engagement Office Hours at Windows Café, Rhode Island Avenue, NE. During the meeting, Councilmember McDuffie outlined his agenda and heard community input on how his office could better serve the community. Additionally, MPD discussed the latest crime report for the area.
The Community Engagement Office Hours is a tradition that Councilmember McDuffie started shortly after taking office. These meetings are designed to give Ward 5 residents a venue to voice their concerns and offer suggestions without having to travel to the John A. Wilson Building. The following is the schedule for the two next Community Engagement Office Hours:
· Thursday, March 14 - Casey Trees, 3030 12th Street, NE from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
· Saturday, April 13 - New York Avenue Recreation Center, First Street and New York Avenue, NW from 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Councilmember McDuffie Visits Noyes Education Campus with the Harlem Globetrotters
On February 27, Councilmember McDuffie joined member of the Harlem Globetrotters during their visit of Noyes Education Campus. The Harlem Globetrotters stopped by Noyes as a part of their community outreach program, "The ABCs of Bullying Prevention,” an effort to impact schools and communities around the world. Councilmember McDuffie would like to thank Principal Winston Cox for the great work he is doing in our community by educating our students and exposing them to such important programing.
Legislative Updates:
The Committee on Government Operations Holds Hearings to Discuss Campaign Finance Training and Constituent Service Legislation
On March 7, Councilmember McDuffie, Chairperson of the Committee on Government Operations, will convene a public hearing on the “Constituent-Service Program Amendments Act of 2013” and, the “Campaign Finance Training Amendment Act of 2013.” This public hearing will be held in Room 120 of the John A. Wilson Building, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave, NW at 11:00 a.m.
The purpose of the “Constituent-Service Program Amendments Act of 2013” is to prohibit the use of funds from constituent-service programs from being used to purchase tickets to professional sporting events, concerts, theatrical performances, or cultural events. The purpose of the “Campaign Finance Training Amendment Act of 2013” is to require a candidate for public office and the treasurer of any political, exploratory, inaugural, transition, and legal defense committee to attend a training program conducted by the Office of Campaign Finance; and to prohibit contributions and expenditures from being accepted or made by or on behalf of any candidate, political, exploratory, inaugural, transition, or legal defense committee prior to covered persons completing the required training.
Persons wishing to testify may contact Ronan Gulstone at (202) 478-2456 or email: rgulstone@dccouncil.us. If you are unable to attend but wish to provide comments, you may submit written testimony to the Office of Councilmember McDuffie (Room 506) or via email to Ronan Gulstone within 10 days from the hearing.
Performance Oversight Hearings for the Committee on Government Operations
On March 11, the Committee on Government Operations has scheduled the following annual performance oversight hearings for the agencies under its purview:
· Executive Office of the Mayor, including the Office of Policy and Legislative Affairs, Serve DC, and the Office of Community Affairs
· Office of the Chief Technology Officer
· Office of the City Administrator
· Secretary of the District of Columbia (including the Notaries Public Board of Review)
The hearing will be at 10:00 a.m. in Room 412 of the John A. Wilson Building. Persons wishing to testify about the performance of any of the foregoing agencies may contact Ronan Gulstone at (202) 478-2456 or email: rgulstone@dccouncil.us. If you are unable to attend, but wish to comment on the performance of an agency, you may submit written testimony to the Office of Councilmember McDuffie (Room 506) or via email to Ronan Gulstone within 10 days after the hearing.
Announcements
Councilmember McDuffie Hosts Flood Hazard Protection Town Hall Forum
On March 5, Councilmember McDuffie will co-host a community town hall with Councilmember Jim Graham (D – Ward 1) Councilmember Vincent Orange (D – At-Large), Councilmember Anita Bonds (D – At-Large) and the DC Insurance Federation to educate residents in the more flood prone sections of the city as to why their homeowners policy is not “flood insurance” and what resources are available to help consumers find protection from flooding hazards.
The forum will be held at the St. Georges Episcopal Church, located at 160 U Street, NW from 6:30 pm – 8 p.m. For more information contact Tim Clark at (202)724 -8028 or email: tclark@dccouncil.us.
Hiring Our Heroes
On March 15, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s National Chamber Foundation hosts job fairs to help veterans and military spouses transition from military service to the civilian workforce. The event will take place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The event is open to veterans, active duty service members, Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses only. Click here to view the event flyer.
**Ward 5 Events:
Councilmember McDuffie, or a member of his staff, will attend the following events:
Monday, March 4 – The Ivy City Civic Association meeting that will take place at the Bethesda Baptist Church, located at 1808 Capitol Ave NE beginning at 6:30 PM.
Monday, March 4 – The Bates Area Civic Association meeting that will take place at the Mt. Sinai Church, located at 1615 3rd St NW beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Monday, March 4 – The Eckington Civic Association meeting that will take place at the Harry Thomas, Sr. Recreation Center, located at 1743 Lincoln Road, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Monday, March 4 – The Lamond-Riggs Civic Association meeting that will take place at the LaSalle-Backus Education Center, located at 501 Riggs Rd, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 5 – The Woodridge Civic Association meeting that will take place at the Washington Center for Aging, located at 2601 18th Street, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 5 – The Brentwood Civic Association meeting that will take place at the Washington Center for Aging, located at 2601 18th Street, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 5 – The Michigan Park Citizens Association meeting that will take place at the Bunker Hill Elementary School, located at 1400 Michigan Avenue, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 5 – The Stronghold Civic Association meeting that will take place at the All Nations Baptist Church, located at 2001 North Capitol Street, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 6 – The North Michigan Park Civic Association meeting that will take place at the North Michigan Park Recreation Center, located at 1333 Emerson Street, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 12 – The Arboretum Neighborhood Association meeting that will take place at the Arboretum Community Center, located at 2412 Rand Place, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 12 – ANC 5D will hold its monthly meeting at the 5th District Police Station, located at 1805 Bladensburg Road, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 13 – ANC 5B01 and PSA 503 will hold its monthly meeting at the Hospital for Sick Children, located at 18th and Bunker Hill Road, NE beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 14 – Councilmember McDuffie, or a member of his staff, will attend the Woodridge South Community Association meeting that will take place at the New Canaan Baptist Church, located at 2826 Bladensburg Rd, NE beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Monday, March 18 – Councilmember McDuffie, or a member of his staff, will attend the Bloomingdale Civic Association meeting that will take place at the St. George’s Episcopal Church, located at 160 U Street, NW beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 19 – The Ward 5 Council on Education meeting that will take place at the Lamond-Riggs Library, located at 5401 South Dakota Ave, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, March 19 – ANC 5E will hold its monthly meeting at the Summit, located at 116 T Street, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 20 – ANC 5B will hold its monthly meeting at the ANC 5B Office, located at 1322 Irving Street, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 20 – ANC 5C will hold its monthly meeting at the 5th District Police Station, located at 1805 Bladensburg Road, NE beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 27 – ANC 5A will hold its monthly meeting at the Potomac Lighthouse PCS, located at 4401 8th Street, NE beginning at 6:30 p.m.
** Councilmember McDuffie’s public schedule is subject to change.
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