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DC Attorney General Sues Washington Commanders, Again

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Erin

From the Office of Attorney General Karl A. Racine:

“Attorney General Karl A. Racine today announced a new lawsuit against Pro Football Inc., which owns the Washington Commanders football team, for implementing an illegal scheme to cheat District ticket holders out of their deposits for season tickets and use the money for its own purposes.

This new lawsuit follows the Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) separate lawsuit announced last week against the Commanders, team owner Dan Snyder, the NFL, and Commissioner Roger Goodell for colluding to deceive District residents about an investigation into toxic workplace culture and allegations of sexual assault. (more…)

In an effort to combat climate change and beautify the neighborhood, Homeowner fined $872.21 for wildflowers in front yard

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I received a DOB Fine/Special Assessment Bill from the Office of Civil Infractions dated October 25, 2022 (Control number: A2300356). The fine is in the amount of $872.21 for “Cut and Clean.”

In an effort to combat climate change while helping to revive the decimated population of pollinators in our region, to follow District suggestions on conserving water, and to beautify the neighborhood, I planted native wildflowers last year. (You can read here about the environmental benefits of planting wildflowers here.)

You can see from one of the attached photo that the results were beautiful:

I created a tiny plot of wild meadow in the middle of the city. In addition to the butterflies and bees, many neighbors have stopped by during the year to complement my garden and often to ask where I obtained the seeds. It’s actually been a great way to meet neighbors. (more…)

DC Attorney General announces lawsuit against the Washington Commanders (and the NFL): “standing up for DC residents who were deceived and misled. No one—not even Mr. Snyder—is above the law.”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Erin

From the office of Attorney General Karl A. Racine:

“Attorney General Karl A. Racine today announced a new lawsuit against the Washington Commanders, team owner Dan Snyder, the National Football League (NFL), and NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell for colluding to deceive District residents–Commanders’ core fans–about an investigation into toxic workplace culture and allegations of sexual assault to maintain a strong fanbase and increase profits.

“The Commanders and Dan Snyder lied to DC residents about what they knew about a toxic culture of sexual harassment and then they entered into a secret agreement with the NFL and Commissioner Goodell that kept the truth from DC residents–all in an effort to protect their profits,” said AG Racine. “In DC, you can’t lie to consumers to enrich yourself and get away with it. That’s what this lawsuit is about: standing up for DC residents who were deceived and misled. No one–not even Mr. Snyder–is above the law.” (more…)

Happy last day of street sweeping, DC! Leaf Season Collection Starts next Monday!

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Mayor’s Office:

“DPW will begin collecting leaves from neighborhoods on Monday, November 7. This year, adjustments have been made to the leaf collection program to make it more efficient. Mayor Bowser’s Fiscal Year 2023 budget includes funding for 110 additional seasonal positions–a 50% increase over 2022. The collection schedule has also been adjusted to allow leaf collection crews do collections when most leaves have fallen, with residents still receving two leaf collection pickups. The first pass for leaf collection will occur when leaf accumulation is lighter, for one week in each section. The second pass will be for two weeks in each section when leaf accumulation is heavier.

Residents are asked to rake their leaves for collection to the curb or into the tree box at the front of their residence–paper bags are not required. To help facilitate the collection process, residents are asked to keep vehicles away from the curb lanes on scheduled collection days.

Leaf Season Collection Tips: (more…)

“District Releases Update on Vision Zero, Launches New Website”

By Prince Of Petworth

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced the release of the Vision Zero 2022 Update and new website, both outlining the District’s renewed plan forward in eliminating all traffic-related deaths and serious injury in the District.

DDOT’s Vision Zero 2022 Update articulates the District’s Vision Zero commitment to eliminate all traffic-related deaths and serious injuries through more effective use of data, education, enforcement, and engineering. This strategy is supplemented by prioritizing policies and projects that provide the greatest benefits to neighborhoods with streets that have seen historic disinvestment and high numbers of vulnerable populations. (more…)

“PSA: These vehicular death traps have been installed on every block of 9th Street NW between H and E Streets NW.”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I knew they had been installed, but others didn’t because twice today, cars almost slammed into my driver’s side, trying to get over at the last second and avoid running into these.

Why on earth would DDOT install these pedestrian corrals(?) in the middle of a lane on a busy thoroughfare like 9th Street?”

Steeb sums it up succinctly: (more…)

“legislation would reboot the District’s troubled online sports wagering program by allowing mobile apps such as DraftKings and FanDuel to compete for business alongside D.C. Lottery’s poor performing GambetDC app”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Lorie Shaull

From the office of Councilmember Elissa Silverman (no relation):

“Today D.C. Councilmember Elissa Silverman (I-At-Large) introduced legislation that would reboot the District’s troubled online sports wagering program by allowing mobile apps such as DraftKings and FanDuel to compete for business alongside D.C. Lottery’s poor performing GambetDC app. The bill would also prohibit the renewal of the city’s lottery contract with Intralot, which received a $215 million sole-source deal to run both the lottery and sports betting that was highly controversial.

The District’s sports betting program was supposed to be a bonanza, contributing approximately $25 million per year for the District’s budget. Instead, it has been dud–actually losing $4 million in its first full year of operations. (more…)

“This is the largest civil penalty in a housing discrimination case in U.S. history.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the DC Office of the Attorney General:

“Attorney General Karl Racine today announced a settlement requiring three real estate firms–DARO Management Services, DARO Realty, and Infinity Real Estate–and several individual defendants to pay a landmark $10 million in penalties for illegally discriminating against renters in the District who use Section 8 housing vouchers and other forms of housing assistance. This is the largest civil penalty in a housing discrimination case in U.S. history. (more…)

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