Thanks to S. for passing on from Council Member Allen’s office:
“BEGINNING MONDAY: The new local road default speed limit will be 20 mph, down from 25 mph. This is a change I’ve urged as part of my Vision Zero Enhancement Legislation, so I’m grateful to see it going into effect for the safety of our residents. The Mayor said she expects this to be a permanent change, even after the public health emergency ends.
DDOT launching a “Slow Streets” Initiative that will reduce speeds to 15 mph and likely set up physical barriers to slow the entrance of vehicles onto roads. These roads will not be closed outright. I’ll share more information on this initiative as I have it, but other cities have used a similar approach very successfully.”
Mayor Bowser tweeted: “The new speed limit will go into effect this Monday, June 1st. 20 is plenty.”
and regarding the graphic above:
“Streateries: streets that will allow for safe, outdoor space that restaurants, retailers and their customers can use.”
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One more closing to report in Dupont thanks to Andrea:
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Potomac Harmony is Back! Following a gap year of competing, then virtual rehearsals during the pandemic, followed by the well-earned retirement of our long-term director, a year of a director search, Potomac Harmony hit the regional contest stage in Concord, North Carolina in March for the first time since 2018! It was exhilarating, reaffirming, and rewarding!
The chorus hit all of its goals, the biggest of which was to have fun and sing our best on contest stage — we did both! Because we earned a score over 400 points, our new Director, Allison Lynskey, was awarded the Novice Director award, photo above. Additionally, one of our charter members, Jackie Bottash, was nominated for and honored with the Leadership Excellence award. It was a celebratory weekend!
What’s next? So much! We now look forward to upcoming performances, growing our membership, and expanding our musical product with new arrangements and an education component each week. It’s an exciting time to be part of this ever-growing ensemble!
St Mary Armenian Church Annual Spring Food Festival
Come hungry and leave happy! Experience culture, community, and cuisine all in one place. See you at the festival!!!!
Comedy Cabaret
Kick up your heels at Bad Medicine’s COMEDY CABARET extravaganza at the DC Improv Comedy Club on Tuesday, May 21st. Revel in the sights and sounds of this entertaining musical revue, with songs, dance and sketch comedy that will have
