I wish I had taken some before pictures of this row house from the 2100 block of 11th St, NW. It used to be completely flat on the front. Do you like the finished product?
If you have any fun or interesting animal/pet photos please shoot me an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com with ‘Animal Fix’ in the title and say what neighborhood you’re from or upload to the PoPville flickr pool with your pets name and neighborhood. I can’t guarantee I’ll get them all posted but I’ll do my best.
Photo by PoPville flickr user pablo.raw
“My partner works for the Smithsonian National Zoo on endangered species. This photo taken while doing some work at a panda reserve in China. We live in Petworth, DC. We have a cat : )”
“This is Zoey from Logan Circle. She hates having her picture taken. In fact, this is the first photo I’ve managed to get of her where she isn’t moving and/or doesn’t have glowing eyes from the flash. It still doesn’t do her justice!”
This rental is located at 63 Q ST SW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“Cute 1 bedroom 1 bathroom 2nd floor apt with all hardwood floors. Central AC. Large bedroom. Great location just steps to the Nationals Stadium. About a 10 min walk to Waterfront Metro, 10 min walk to Navy Yard Metro. 20 min walk to Federal Center Metro.”
This 1 bedroom is going for $750.
Photo by PoPville flickr user AWard Tour
“Dear PoPville,
I have a question about central a/c. We have a system but it is 20 years old and needs to be replaced. The ductwork is fine but the compressor and other mechanical elements are on the roof. Has anyone had this done? How much did it cost? Thanks.”
Photo by PoPville flickr user Mr. T in DC
From a DDOT press release:
Future riders of the DC Streetcar system are several steps closer to boarding the initial line. The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has released plans that will enable the H Street/Benning Road line to open no later than mid 2013.
DDOT released a request for bids to design and build the remaining elements of the line, which encompasses western and eastern turnarounds, a “car barn” maintenance facility and the final improvements to the already-built 2.2-mile corridor on H Street/Benning Road. DDOT also plans to utilize the car barn as a training center for District students. DDOT anticipates design work to start in late fall, culminating with the first passengers boarding the line in mid 2013.
“We are excited to put in place the final pieces to complete the H Street/Benning Road Line,” said DDOT Director Terry Bellamy. “Today we are identifying the way forward.”
The initial design included a western turnaround and maintenance facility below the H Street “Hopscotch Bridge” adjacent to Union Station. The design was altered when DDOT learned of plans to expand the railroad in the future. While DDOT is still evaluating alternatives to connect the current western turnaround at 3rd and H Street to Union Station, the connection will be included as part of this project.
At the eastern turnaround, DDOT will construct a car barn maintenance facility that could include a training program for students in D.C. Public Schools. If implemented, the program would enable students to learn the principles of streetcar operations and maintenance, providing future career opportunities for D.C. residents and a home-grown pipeline of talent for the eventual 37-mile DC Streetcar system.
As part of the procurement, DDOT has specified a 35 percent Certified Business Enterprise and First Source Agreement requirement for the selected design-build contractor.
Along the already-built corridor, crews will erect catenaries (overhead power lines), install electrical substations and complete other improvements to enable the opening of the line no later than mid 2013.
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Photo by PoPville flickr user Mr. T in DC
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“Dear PoPville,
The other day I was trying to use the crosswalk that crosses Florida where it meets R st. NW. Obviously no one was stopping, and I began to get a little annoyed given the seemingly endless stream of traffic. In the distance I saw a cop coming and thought “surely they will allow me to cross and set the example for other drivers.” Instead, they showed no signs of stopping and as they drove by I wagged my finger at them. I eventually crossed and the cops caught up with me me, asking if I needed anything. I told them I was wagging my finger because I thought they of all people should have allowed me to cross. The cops then proceeded to lecture me that I had to actually be in the crosswalk to gain the right of way.
So is that really the law?
DC ranks among the highest in the nation for pedestrian injuries when you take into account the number of pedestrian commuters. In a city where walking is so important I think it is a shame if the law really required people to risk their lives and step onto the crosswalk to get cars to yield to them. I, for one, am tired of being terrified our cities dangerous crosswalks.”
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This home is located at 990 Florida Ave, NW:
The flier says:
“TAX SF-INCORRECT. A work of architectural genius exemplifying green urban living & meticulous design. This 4-level residence w/ dramatic vistas and an abundance of natural light features an open state-of-the-art kitchen w/ concrete countertops, sculptural steel stair, glass doors & walls, floating balconies, purposeful well-proportioned rooms, in-floor radiant heat, solar electricity & hot water.”
You can find more info here and photos here.
I’ve featured this home numerous times – always fun to see them for sale. Thanks to a reader for the heads up. What do you think of the inside? This 4 bed/2 bath is going for $1,195,000.
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On Friday I got word that Queen Vic executive Chef Adam Stein had resigned due to creative differences and differences in managerial style. Stein had created an adventurous menu that can be seen here. There were a lot of fans when we judged them back in June ’11. It’ll be interesting to see if the menu changes or stays the same. Queen Vic is located at 1206 H Street NE.
I’m intrigued by this regular looking hot dog cart at the intersection of Rhode Island and M St, NW (just east of Connecticut Ave.) For those who work nearby – any fans of the BBQ sandwiches? $4 seems like a really good deal? Anyone try the tacos or chicken wrap?
