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Navy Yard
From a press release:
“The Navy Yard Relief Fund will support the victims’ families and those injured in the attack.
This fund will provide direct support where it is most urgently needed in the short-term to assist our neighbors as they heal. 100% of contributions to the fund will support the victims’ families and those injured.
The Safer Communities Fund will address the long-term, systemic challenge of violence in our region. As a community foundation – and as residents of the region – we believe it is our duty to do all we can to help make our community a more healthy, safe, and stable place to live. Thus, the Safer Communities Fund will support nonprofit organizations that offer mental health services and reduce gun violence in our community.
Visit www.thecommunityfoundation.org to access these funds.
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About The Community Foundation
The mission of The Community Foundation for the National Capital Region is to strengthen the Washington metropolitan region by encouraging and supporting effective giving and by providing leadership on critical issues in our community. The Foundation, and our two regional affiliate foundations – The Community Foundation for Montgomery County and The Community Foundation for Prince George’s County – are part of a network of some 700 community foundations nationwide, each a tax-exempt, public charity made up of charitable giving funds established by individuals, families, corporations and other organizations. We currently manage more than 700 donor funds with assets totaling more than $326 million. We are the largest funder of nonprofit organizations in the metropolitan Washington region, with annual grants of more than $90 million.”
From an email:
“The Mayor’s Assistance Center will be open today, 9.17.13 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at the King Greenleaf Recreation Center ( 201 N Street, SW) for anyone affected by the Navy Yard shootings. Crisis counselors and advocates will be on hand to assist with any needs, including mental health assistance, compensation assistance, and assistance with return of property left in the buildings at the Navy Yard. Crime Victim Compensation will be on hand at both sites.
The FBI has established a Family Assistance Center for the families of the deceased and seriously injured at the Residence Inn-Pentagon. Their hours of operation are unknown, but family members of missing, deceased, or seriously injured victims may go to either location for assistance.
People who are seeking emergency mental health treatment can contact the DMH Access Helpline, which is available 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Friends, family and survivors who are in need of follow-up or longer term care should contact the Wendt Center for Loss and Healing (202) 624-0010 or the Network for Victim Recovery of DC (202) 727-1727.”
“Aaron Alexis, deceased, is believed to be responsible for the shootings at the Washington Navy Yard, in the Southeast area of Washington, DC, around 8:20 a.m. on September 16, 2013. The FBI is asking for the public’s assistance with any information regarding Alexis.
If you have any information concerning this individual, please contact the FBI’s Washington, DC Field Office at 202/278-2000 or 1-800-CALL-FBI.”
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Update 2:40pm from @SafeDC:
“The white male being sought in connection to the #NavyYardShooting has been identified and is NOT a suspect.”
From MPD:
“We encourage everyone to be observant. We are looking for two individuals- Possibly Connected to the Shootings at Navy Yard.
**Please use caution and do not approach them – these individuals should be considered armed and dangerous.**
1) Black male – 50 years old, carrying a long gun (rifle), wearing a drab olive military-style uniform
2) White male – carrying a hand gun, wearing a Navy-style khaki uniform (with a short-sleeved shirt), and wearing a beret-style hat
As additional descriptions become available, we will inform you. Please call MPD at 202.727.9099 if you have any further information regarding these individuals. Please call 911 if there is an emergency.”
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Update 1:54pm from US Navy:
“Shelter in place order remains at Washington Navy Yard. More info to follow as confirmed.”
Update 11:45am from US Navy:
“Family members looking for information about their loved ones can call 202-433-6151 or 202-433-9713.” (more…)
Rendering via ANC Rep David Garber
From the Capitol Riverfront BID:
“At its September meeting, ANC 6D voted unanimously to support Forest City Washington’s newest project in the Capitol Riverfront, a mixed-use development comprising 600 residential units, 52,000 square feet of retail and a 16-screen movie theater on land across First Street, SE from Nationals Park.
The land is currently owned by the DC Government and occupied by DC Water, which will soon be relocated.
The Forest City Washington movie theater project and adjacent residential development bring another level of excitement and entertainment to the Capitol Riverfront. The Capitol Riverfront BID commends Forest City and Mayor Gray for their vision to continue the momentum on the Anacostia River through a unique public/private partnership.”
“Dear PoPville,
There is a plackard on the 800 NJ Ave construction site advertising a public hearing to discuss parking for a possible Whole Foods. Here’s the fine print:
“Application of Square 737 LLC Pursuant to 11 DCMR SEC 3103.2, for a variance from parking space location requirements under subsection 2116.12, for a mixed-use (grocery store and apartment house) development in the C-3_c District at premises 800 New Jersey Avenue, S.E> (Square 737, Lot 76). ANC 6D”
New Jersey and K Street, SE
“Dear PoPville,
Something serious happened at Capitol Hill towers in Navy Yard. There is police tape barricading the whole corner with an ambulance and multiple police cruisers. Not sure what happened but looks serious. Any idea what is going on? Police tape was just taken down, but was up for 4 hours.”
350 Tingey Street, SE
I stopped by Nando’s Peri Peri for a preview yesterday in the Boilermaker shops at Navy Yard. They are located a few doors down from the coming Bluejacket Brewpub on Tingey Street. The space turned out really nice:
While there will be another mock lunch service today – they officially open on Wednesday. You can see their menu here. To start hours will be 11am – 10pm.
More photos of the inside after the jump. (more…)