DC Government

Wilson Swimming Pool could “re-open, hopefully within the next three weeks”

By Prince Of Petworth


4551 Fort Drive, NW

From Councilmember Frumin’s office:

“My last newsletter outlined the Departments of General Services and Parks and Recreation’s failure to reopen the Wilson Aquatic Center in a timely manner. After I urged leaders of both departments to implement short-term repairs to address issues with humidity and ventilation, reopening is finally in sight.

DGS recently installed temporary HVAC units to address ventilation problems inside the facility. Following health and safety inspections, the aquatic center will be able to re-open, hopefully within the next three weeks. If the temporary units do not last as an interim solution, the aquatic center may need to close again. (more…)

“they are refusing to turn on the A/C prior to the May 15th date that’s mandated by DC law”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Erin

“Dear PoPville,

I’ve recently moved to a building that controls the switch between A/C and heat and they are refusing to turn on the A/C prior to the May 15th date that’s mandated by DC law. My apartment has been above 80 degrees for over two days despite fans running, blinds closed, and every other measure I could take to mitigate the heat inside my unit. In addition, DC Public Schools are also dealing with this and students are expected to learn in classrooms that are also over 80 degrees. (more…)

“Mayor Bowser Presents Fiscal Year 2024 Budget Proposal”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Adam Fagen

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser presented her Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Budget and Financial Plan to the Council of the District of Columbia as part of the District’s annual budget process. The $19.7 billion FY24 budget includes investments that are strategic and focused on ensuring a strong and equitable comeback for Washington, DC.

“The Fiscal Year 2024 Fair Shot Budget is being delivered at a critical juncture for our city. This budget reflects many tough choices, but we are also fortunate that even in tight times, the District remains well-resourced and able to continue delivering world-class programs and services,” said Mayor Bowser.  “As I have said before, when we work together, there is nothing that we cannot take on. The FY 2024 Budget makes the necessary investments to promote and sustain the District’s comeback by unlocking the full potential of our residents, our neighborhoods, and our businesses.”

Below are highlights of investments and initiatives in Mayor Bowser’s FY24 budget proposal. (more…)

“nearly 700 next-generation e-bikes were added the Capital Bikeshare fleet, including along 9th Street NW”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, officials from the District’s Department of Transportation (DDOT), and local and federal partners unveiled the completion of the 9th Street NW two-way protected bike lane and announced the addition of nearly 700 next-generation e-bikes to the Capital Bikeshare program. (more…)

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