“Dear PoPville,
If the taxpayer can find the funds to refurbish the Nats’ stadium, can we assume it is now flush with cash and can afford to fill and maintain the Naval Yard splash pad in 2027? A simple pleasure for a lot of families in DC, that was sadly missing in action in 2026. The Bid did not open it in 2026 (no funds).”
photo by Clif Burns
From the office of Ward 3 Councilmember Matt Frumin:
“Councilmember Frumin Introduces Legislation to Address Income Tax Avoidance Strategy and Raise Over $130 Million for District Services
On September 16, 2026, Ward 3 Councilmember Matthew Frumin introduced the “Pied-à-Terre Property Tax Amendment Act of 2026,” to address a reality that certain owners of luxury second homes strategically avoid paying DC income taxes.
“Across the District, there are homeowners who are careful to live here for one day less than the 183-day statutory residency test and instead establish residency in a low- or no-tax state,” said Councilmember Frumin. “These wealthy owners benefit from District infrastructure, services, and amenities for nearly half the year, but pay zero income tax to DC. This tax avoidance strategy shifts the financial burden onto resident taxpayers. This bill ensures that those who use DC as a part-time residence pay their fair share.”
The bill establishes a new Class 1C property tax category that applies to select non-owner-occupied residential properties that carry an assessed value of $2.558 million or greater and for which the owner does not claim the District’s homestead deduction.
Key Features of the Bill: (more…)
1623 17th St NW
“True Value Hardware on 17th has been serving the Washington DC area since 1983. Located at 1623-1627 17th Street NW, we stock an extensive inventory of Hardware and Household items. We proudly sell Benjamin Moore Paint as well.”
Holy smokes I was hoping that I got a bad tip about this one… Alas, I have confirmed with True Value Hardware on 17th Street over email earlier this morning: “True Value on 17th Street will be closing on December 31,2026” (more…)
Ed. Note: About that Chinese President Xi Jinping visit.
“Dear PoPville,
These were taken only 10 minutes ago fences around the Waldorf Astoria… 3 block cordon between 9th and 12th streets. No cars. No pedestrian traffic and a checkpoint on 10th.
Chinese flags prominently displayed inside. FREEDOM!”See lots more photos below: (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Wanted to flag that the National Guard appears to be moving into more apartment buildings in SW DC. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Not sure if others are seeing vehicles of all sorts with these task force printouts on the dash, parked anywhere they want, including blocking a fire hydrant on Virginia Ave NW.” (more…)
photo by Mr.TinMD
“Hey popville, as a bunch of us were trying to get on the Columbia heights metro this AM the station was completely shut down with no explanation. Any clue why? People said they were told to leave the station too…”
WMATA reported: “Green/Yellow Line: Customers will experience delays in both directions due to a signal problem outside Georgia Avenue.”
“UPDATE: (more…)
Thanks to Mona for sending these great shots from near the National Gallery of Art. (more…)
photo by Jason Gooljar
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