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East of the River Grant Program Request for Applications
The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities seeks grant applications from quali ed arts and humanities organizations to deliver exemplary arts and humanities experiences to DC residents who live east of the Anacostia River in Wards 7 and 8. Activities may be projects that include, but are not limited to: dance; design; folk and traditional arts; literature; media arts; music; theater, and visual arts. Grants are competitive. CAH will award selected applicants a grant of funds to support the delivery of their proposed project(s). The number and amount of awards vary. The submission deadline is July 25, 4 p.m. Contact Khalid Randolph, Grants Manager, with any questions at khalid.randolph@dc.gov. dcarts.dc.gov.
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DCHFA Funds the Rehabilitation of 358 Apartments in Washington Highlands On June 18, the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency (DCHFA) issued $41.7 million in tax exempt bonds and underwrote $25.3 million in four percent low income housing tax credit equity for the acquisition and rehabilitation of Park Southern Apartments in Washington Highlands in Ward 8. The mixed income development consists of apartments ranging in sizes from e ciency to three bedrooms. All but 22 units are reserved for tenants earning 30 to 80 percent of area median income. Vesta Corporation will manage and cover the costs of on-site relocation of current Park Southern residents while their units are rehabilitated. In addition to all apartments being renovated, new tness and learning centers will be constructed, laundry rooms will be renovated and HVAC systems upgraded. dchfa.org.
John Wall Foundation Raises $550,000
The John Wall Family Foundation announces that it has raised over $550,000 during its month-long “202 Assist” fundraiser, nearly doubling its original goal of $300,000. From May 22 to June 22, participants were encouraged to donate online to help provide rent assistance to families a ected by the COVID-19 pandemic within the Ward 8 community. John Wall and the JWFF would like to extend their sincere gratitude to those who donated, shared, and assisted in this campaign.
Statement from Mayor Bowser on the Passing of Allen Lew
Mayor Muriel Bowser has issued the following statement on the passing of former City Administrator Allen Lew. “If we judge our life by how much we do to improve the lives of others, few will match Allen Lew. He leaves behind a remarkable legacy. Allen came to DC to build a Convention Center, stayed to imagine the house that brought baseball back home to DC, and designed and rebuilt schools as the centerpiece of thriving and sustainable neighborhoods. With Allen at the helm, our biggest challenges could be tackled by assembling a dedicated team, communicating a vision, and demonstrating a relentless commitment to seeing it through. His
Wards Seven and Eight “Slow Streets” Announced
Mayor Bowser and DDOT have announced the rst seven locations for the new Slow Streets initiative, which will give residents more space to social distance while moving around outside. The locations are spread across all eight wards. Slow Streets are restricted to local tra c and the speed limit is set at 15 miles per hour to support neighborhood-based safe social distancing while walking, running, or cycling. The Ward Seven Slow Street is Grant Street, NE, between Minnesota Avenue and 46th Street, NE. The Ward Eight Slow Streets are 15th Street, SE, from Mississippi Avenue to Savanah Street, SE and 15th Place, SE, from Alabama Avenue to Bruce Place, SE. Over the next 12 weeks, DDOT will install additional Slow Streets. Drivers should only use a designated Slow Street if their destination is within two blocks of that street. Residents, emergency vehicles, deliveries and trash collection vehicles still have access. Streets with bus routes are not eligible for the designation.
legacy will live on in the many public servants who still serve our city and who learned from Allen. He taught us that in public service, you do not need to choose between quality and e ciency as embracing both yields excellence.
DC Libraries Take-out Service Available
Take-out service is now available at Anacostia, Benning, Cleveland Park, Mt. Pleasant, Northeast, Shepherd Park, West End and Woodridge libraries on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 3 to 7 p.m. The locations will be closed from 2:30 to 3 p.m. every day for sanitizing. Return items, pick up holds, browse the window collections, check out items and remote print at any of the eight locations. Search the catalog and place holds online at dclibrary.org. For help, use the chat service in the bottom right corner of your screen or call the Library at 202-747-1017 for adult materials or 202-747-5054 for youth materials. You will receive an email noti cation when your holds are ready to pick up. dclibrary.org/ reopening.
Save the Anacostia: Sustainable Habits
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life for us in so many ways, including the relaxation of sustainability rules about plastic bags and straws. Here are some ways, from the Anacostia Watershed Society, that you can keep up your green habits: Skip the bag! While many grocery stores are not allowing workers to touch reusable shopping bags, some will allow you to place your own items in your own bags. Refuse straws! With so many takeout options now available, straws are making a comeback. You can help by using your own metal straw or saying no to straws all together. Masks and gloves go in the trashcan! You can do your part by making sure that these products are disposed of properly. Do you have more tips? Send them to info@ anacostiaws.org.
Status of DPR Facilities
The following DPR facilities are opened with social distancing safeguards: parks; athletic elds and courts; walking paths, hiking trails, and tracks; dog parks; and playgrounds. The following DPR facilities will remain closed until further notice: indoor facilities; splash pads; spray parks; and public pools (slated to open, with restrictions, after July 15). dpr.dc.gov.
DHCD Grants Available for Tenants and Nonpro ts
The Department of Housing and Community Development has recently launched two grant programs to help tenants and community organizations adjusting to the impact of COVID-19 on their normal routines. The housing assistance program is administered by three local nonpro t organizations: Housing Counseling Services, Greater Washington Urban League and United Planning Organization. Each have received $2.07 million in federal funding for tenant application intake, tenant income veri cation and payment disbursement. For more information or apply to the housing assistance program, visit coronavirus.dc.gov/node/1483516.
DHCD will provide $2 million from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant Program to support housing and community development nonpro ts who have experienced an increase in administrative costs, constituent requests or other disruptions to normal operations due to COVID-19. Eligible nonpro t organizations, which includes entities that o er job training, fair housing activities, recreational programs, services for seniors and homeless persons, may receive up to $50,000 in assistance. For more information on the nonpro t grant, visit coronavirus.dc.gov/page/housing-and-community-development-non-pro t-capacity-support-grant.
Arena Stage Announces Virtual Audition Intensive
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces its newly created virtual audition intensive. Developed and led by Arena Stage’s Community Engagement department, the online intensive prepares students and artists ages 16 to 22 for careers in theater with group and private coaching sessions in audition techniques. This two-week program taught by accomplished theater professionals is geared towards those interested in studying theater in college or those just beginning their careers.
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HOMICIDE VICTIM Up to $25,000 Reward
Charnice Milton
VICTIM’S NAME
LOCATION
2700 block of Good Hope Road, SE
Wednesday, May 27, 2015
DATE/TIME
9:40 PM
CONTACT
Detective Chanel Howard (202) 437-0451 (cell) Detective Robert Cephas (202) 497-4734 (cell) Homicide Branch (202) 645-9600 (main)
05.28.15 HOMICIDES/2015/MILTON_CHARNICE .PDF
DESCRIPTION OF INCIDENT
On Wednesday, May 27, 2015, at approximately 9:40 pm, Ms. Charnice Milton was shot and
killed in the 2700 block of Good Hope Road, SE. The Metropolitan Police Department seeks
the public’s assistance in gathering information regarding this homicide.
HOW TO HELP OUR INVESTIGATION This case is being investigated by the Department’s Homicide Branch. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the detective(s) listed above or the Command Information Center (CIC) at (202) 727-9099. Anonymous information may also be forwarded to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by text messaging 50411.
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Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens Reopens
Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, 1900 Anacostia Ave. SE, has reopened. The National Park Service encourages visitors to recreate responsibly. Park hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. All buildings, including the restrooms, are closed. Portable toilets are available. There are no vending services. On busy days, NPS may temporarily close the park gates to limit the total number of visitors on site. Please consider a weekday visit. Mornings are the best time to see the lotus. Visitors will follow a di erent (signed) path to enter and exit the park. New pedestrian patterns are in place to maximize social distancing. Please observe all posted signs. Some areas, like the park’s boardwalk, are closed because safe distancing cannot be maintained. nps.gov/keaq.
This virtual format allows students in the DC area and around the country to join this brand-new program. The Virtual Audition Intensive will run August 3 to 14, Monday through Friday. Classes are via Zoom. To read more and register, visit arenastage.org/auditionintensive.
DC Goodwill Store and Donation Center Reopen
Goodwill store at 2200 South Dakota Ave. NE has reopened. It will operate daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The donation center will reopen on July 8. Masks and physical distancing required. dcgoodwill.org.
NAACP Headquarters to Move to DC
Mayor Bowser has announced that the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People has signed a letter of intent with the District to move their national headquarters to Washington, DC within the future redevelopment of the Frank D. Reeves Center of Munic
ipal A airs at 2000 14th St. NW. The District plans to redevelop the Reeves Center, through a solicitation to be issued this year, into a transit-oriented, mixed-use development with o ce space, a ordable housing, and neighborhood serving amenities in a way that re ects the site’s historic and cultural signi cance.
NPS Resumes Issuing Permits for Mall Events
After a 13-week suspension of permitted activities on the National Mall to combat the spread of COVID-19, the National Park Service has resumed issuing permits for demonstrations and most other events. Permits can now be issued for demonstrations, commercial lming and photography and special events. Organized sports will continue to be prohibited in the park, pending additional public health guidance. Permit applications are accepted in person or by mail Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Find more info att go.nps.gov/MallPermits.
Keeping your Home During the COVID-19 Health Emergency
The non-profit Housing Counseling Services is conducting free webinars every Wednesday in July at 2 p.m. to provide valuable information about available options for people who are having di culty paying their mortgage, condo fees or property taxes. Register at housingetc.org. If you have questions in the meantime, you may also call the Foreclosure Prevention hotline at 202- 265-2255.
Kennedy Center Cancels Performances Through 2020
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has cancelled most previously announced performances and events through the end of 2020 due to the ongoing e ects of COVID-19. New programming guidelines will be announced in July. It will feature new events curated to take advantage of the Center’s diverse indoor spaces and more than 130,000 square feet of outdoor green space to
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Remote Small Business Legal Clinic
The DC Bar Pro Bono Center is operating the Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic remotely on a rolling basis. Once they have appointment availability, they will email you to schedule a consultation time and date. Note that clients are served in the order of their request and at the time of registration they cannot guarantee a consultation on or before a speci c date. Register at probono.center/remotesmallbizclinic.
Heat Emergency Information
When the forecast of the temperature or heat index in DC is 92 degrees or higher, District Government activates a heat emergency and opens cooling centers. If you or someone you know needs transportation to a cooling center, call the shelter hotline at 202- 399-7093. Ward 7 cooling centers are: Marvin Gaye Recreation Center, 5200 Foote Street, NE; Aiton Elementary School, 533 48th Place, NE; Randle Highlands Elementary School, 1650 30th Street, SE.
Ward 8 cooling centers are: Congress Heights Recreation Center, 611 Alabama Avenue, SE; Patterson Elementary School, 4399 South Capitol Terrace, SW.
Individuals entering cooling centers are required to wear a mask or face covering while inside the facility. Social distancing will be implemented. Visit heat. dc.gov or call 311. Residents can register to receive Heat Emergency alerts on their devices at alertdc.dc.gov. ◆
DC Public Library Offers Unlimited Copies of eBooks on Race and Privilege
In the letter from the Birmingham jail, Dr. King said “there is a type of constructive, nonviolent tension which is necessary for growth.” In response to recent events, the DC Public Library seeks to create constructive tension to help people talk, and learn, about racism. The Library has made available unlimited ebook copies of “Why We Can’t Wait” by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “Unapologetic: A Black, Queer and Feminist Mandate for Our Movement” by Charlene Carruthers, “Me and White Supremacy: Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor,” by Layla F. Saad and “White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism” by Robin DiAngelo. Unlimited copies of these titles are o ered to meet increased demand. These and other titles have been curated into a Black Lives Matter reading list. Reading lists have also been developed for talking to children and for talking with teens about race. The entire list of recommended reading can be found at dclibrary. org/node/67175.
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