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“a significant step forward in our efforts to unlock the full potential of the RFK Campus”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Emma K Alexandra

From the Mayor’s Office last night:

“Following the House passage of the D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act (H.R. 4984), Mayor Muriel Bowser released the following statement:

“Tonight’s vote was a significant step forward in our efforts to unlock the full potential of the RFK Campus — for our residents and visitors, the community, and DC’s Comeback. H.R. 4984 received overwhelming, bipartisan support and we want to thank House Oversight Chair James Comer, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton and all of the co-sponsors for championing this legislation. We look forward to working with the Senate to swiftly advance this legislation.”

From the Office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton: (more…)

EHN: “This bill would allow the District of Columbia to transform the RFK stadium campus, 174 acres of underutilized federal land in D.C. that primarily consist of parking lots, sports fields and a long-vacant stadium in the process of being demolished, into a thriving mixed-use development.”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by DCbmyers

From the office of Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton:

“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) released her floor statement ahead of today’s scheduled debate and vote on her bipartisan bill with Chair James Comer (R-KY) to direct the federal government to transfer administrative jurisdiction over the RFK Stadium campus to D.C. for 99 years, allowing D.C. to use the land for stadium redevelopment, commercial and residential development, or other public purposes. Norton has worked on prior versions of the bill aimed at revitalizing RFK Stadium campus, which at 174 acres is the largest unused track of land in the District, since 2017. This is the first time any version of the legislation has been considered on the House floor. (more…)

Friday Question of the Day: When will the DC E-Bike Program Launch? Will you buy one when it does?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I’ve been wondering what is going on with the DC E-Bike program that was passed last year. There was a lot of fanfare and then crickets. I signed-up for updates and have heard nothing at all.”

I think I heard it was supposed to launch in March or April. When it does will that push anyone towards purchasing an ebike? For those who have one already, do you recommend them?

“Any idea why?”

By Prince Of Petworth


2928 Georgia Avenue, NW

“Dear PoPville,

Just noticed License Suspended at NuVegan, appears that the license on Georgia has been suspended as of February 14. Any idea why?”

I think this means they are delinquent in paying a business registration fee?

“online petition requesting the Mayor revoke the new telework policy that demands employees return to the office 4 days/week”

By Prince Of Petworth


via Change.org

“Dear PoPville,

Here’s the the online petition requesting the Mayor revoke the new telework policy that demands employees return to the office 4 days/week.

The statement was written by employees who are hoping DC residents and other DC govt employees can share and sign!

Solidarity with our cause will hopefully also result in other agencies and businesses being aware that telework must be here to stay!!”

The petition says in full: (more…)

“Bowser Administration Releases Plan for More Housing in Rock Creek West”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the DC Office of Planning:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Office of Planning (OP) released the Wisconsin Avenue Development Framework to advance the District’s housing goals in neighborhoods west of Rock Creek Park.

“The Wisconsin Avenue Development Framework brings a vision of equitable development and opportunities for all residents,” said Office of Planning Director Anita Cozart. “The recommendations will enable more DC residents access to the schools, jobs, transit, and other amenities this part of the city has to offer.”

The Wisconsin Avenue Development Framework lays the groundwork for up to 9,500 new homes, including up to 1,700 dedicated affordable in Friendship Heights and Tenleytown. Recommendations rooted in urban design promote well-designed blocks that serve residents of all ages and abilities with active public spaces anchored by retail, restaurants, and cultural and entertainment uses. (more…)

“The National Weather Service is forecasting that snow will begin late Friday evening and continue into mid-Saturday morning with an accumulation of about two inches.”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Robert Lintott

From the Mayor’s Office:

“In anticipation of snow predicted to begin Friday evening, Mayor Muriel Bowser will deploy the District Snow Team at 10:00 p.m. on Friday, February 16. Pre-treatment brine operations will begin this evening, on Thursday, February 15, at 7:00 p.m. on all snow emergency routes, including the National Highway System.
 
The National Weather Service is forecasting that snow will begin late Friday evening and continue into mid-Saturday morning with an accumulation of about two inches. (more…)

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