“Dear PoPville,
I rent in a building next door to the Marriott Wardman Park that is slated to be demolished (more…)
Development
1100 Rhode Island Avenue, NW
The liquor license placard at the old Logan Circle Laundromat for Dog Daze says:
“New Class “C” Tavern with an interior Seating Capacity of 45, a Summer Garden with 75 Seats, a Total Occupancy Load of 150, and a Sidewalk Café with 30 Seats.” (more…)
photo by Ron Cohn
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) unveiled DC’s Comeback Plan. The Comeback Plan is a tool for setting DC’s economic development goals for the next five years, and it centers around making Washington, DC a place for successful businesses, opportunity-rich neighborhoods, and thriving people.
“This is a comeback that is focused on equity. This is about making sure we have the revenues to support our world-class city services, our robust network of social programs, and the resources – like our schools and rec centers – that keep people in DC,” said Mayor Bowser. “People stay in and come to Washington, DC because they want to change the world – because they recognize DC as a place where you can bring big ideas to life. Our comeback is about unlocking the full potential of our people, our neighborhoods, and our businesses.”
The Comeback Plan sets six goals to achieve by 2028:
Create 35,000 new jobs in high-growth target sectors, which will include increasing apprenticeship programs and filling gaps in training and credentialing;
Increase the share of minority-owned employer businesses to 33% of all employer businesses;
Increase access to opportunity for residents and eliminate key amenity gaps (food, housing, and internet) across all neighborhoods;
Add 15,000 residents to the Downtown population by adding seven million square feet of residential units;
Retain current residents and reach a population of 725,000; (more…)
1639 R Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Looks like they are not going to replace the original turret. Surprised historic allowed this. And they put regular shingles on the roof vs slate which looks cheap.” (more…)
rendering via MRP Realty
“Dear PoPville,
There is a new building going up at 202 Florida Ave NE called ‘the 202’. Before the building went up, the space had a ramp from the MBT to the north side of Florida Ave. (more…)
Thanks to readers for reporting over the weekend: “TJ Maxx in Friendship Heights today only to find that yesterday they closed permanently. I think Mazza Gallerie is now completely empty.” (more…)
14th and U Street, NW
From the Mayor’s Office Friday:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the re-issuance of the Frank D. Reeves EquityRFP. It was revised and updated to eliminate complexities that created potential barriers to entry that might hinder the EquityRFP initiative’s goals to increase access to development opportunities for entities or organizations owned or majority controlled by individuals determined to be part of a socially disadvantaged population, particularly for Black, Brown, and people of color. The new Reeves EquityRFP process is structured to create these opportunities for equitable development while ensuring the project stays on track with the initial timeline.
“Together with our partners on the Council, we have invested in the future of the Reeves Center site and removed some of the complexities that created a high barrier to entry and deterred potential respondents,” said Mayor Bowser. “The new Reeves EquityRFP makes space for more partners to compete for this historic project while staying on track with the initial schedule.”
DMPED acknowledged that this process has taken more time than initially expected and expressed appreciation for the community’s patience as multiple agencies coordinated the relocation of complex mission-critical IT and data center infrastructure. (more…)
14th and Corcoran Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Was walking by the old Kaza Grocery & Cigar place on 14th and there were two guys outside discussing it so I stopped and asked them what was coming there. They said a lounge upstairs but they were still deciding for downstairs. They asked me if I would want a smoke shop or grocery store? (more…)
From the Mayor’s office:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser released the DC Build Back Better Infrastructure Task Force report, which outlines key recommendations for how the District can use the more than $3 billion in funds coming to DC from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). The report also provides updates to the public on the task force’s work, including 17 project proposals. The recommendations will guide the District in planning and implementing transformative, equitable, sustainable, and achievable projects.
“When I convened the task force earlier this year, I asked members to think big so that we can continue building a more connected, resilient, and inclusive city,” said Mayor Bowser. “Through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we have an opportunity to transform our city and ensure DC is prepared for whatever comes at us in the future. Of course, in neighborhoods across DC, we are already getting dollars out the door, and I want to thank all the people who are working with us – locally, regionally, and at the federal level – to build a safer, stronger, and greener DC.”
Specific recommendations in the task force report include: (more…)
the notorious Dave Thomas Circle, the intersection of New York Avenue, NE, Florida Avenue, NE, and First Street, NE
Forgot to share this little update from ANC Rep Jeff Rueckgauer:
“Re Dave Thomas Circle: Demo of the Wendy’s building & prelim work could begin as soon as January. Dir. Lott on a Zoom w/ANC commissioners.”
STAY TUNED.