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From MPD:
“The Fourth District is investigating an unlawful discharge of a weapon that occurred on May 1, 2020, at approximately 11:03 PM in the 4200 block of 2nd Street NW. No reported injuries however a vehicle was struck. Anyone with information or video is asked to contact MPD at 202-727-9099 or Text 50411.”
A nearby resident reports: “Can confirm 27 shots fired.”
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Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 4,658 total positives.
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Friday, May 1, 2020 includes 139 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 4,797.
The District reported nine additional COVID-19 related deaths: (more…)
Oh my. https://t.co/bpTR2iZVS4
— PoPville (@PoPville) April 30, 2020
ChloDubs with the important query: “Has anyone in DC gotten some good dessert delivery? I’m not talking a whole cake, though, I mean dessert with your meal.”
What something delicious you’ve gotten recently? Cakes? Ice Cream delivery?
Some initial response: (more…)
You’ve probably never read your building’s property management contract all the way through. Most board members haven’t either. If you did, you’d find a carefully defined scope of work — vendors coordinated, maintenance dispatched, assessments collected, reports generated.
What you wouldn’t find: anything about fiduciary duties. Reserve funding strategy. Compliance tracking. Case documentation. Institutional memory. The legal obligations that make your board personally accountable to unit owners.
That’s not an oversight in the contract. It’s the contract. Property management was never designed to cover governance. And yet most boards — paying $10,000 to $18,000 a year for the service — assume it does.
Operations and governance are different jobs. One has a contract. The other has a fiduciary duty.
Beyond the management fee, most property management companies mark up vendor invoices — the plumber, the landscaper, the elevator contractor — by 10 to 15 percent before passing the bill to the association. It’s legal. It’s common. And boards have almost no visibility into it. (more…)
Thanks to Rob for sending: “Constitution Avenue from about 16th to 18th St NW was packed with dozens and dozens of semis, most sporting MAGA stuff, and signs saying “Make Trucking Great Again.” (more…)
From an email: “Garfield Elementary School is a vibrant school community located in Ward 8. With the decision by DCPS to extend distance learning and end the school year early, some of Garfield’s families are struggling with issues such as food insecurity, childcare, and healthcare needs. While we have been working hard to connect families with available resources, some need more immediate and direct assistance. One of Garfield’s community partners has started a GoFundMe to help the families during this incredibly difficult time. As a volunteer at Garfield for many years, I can tell you that these children come to school every day excited and ready to learn! They are doing a great job adapting to the new normal, but some are in need of their neighbors to step in and give them a helping hand at this time. Please consider donating here.”
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Artemis II and Beyond,” on how the recent space mission fits into long-term plans for the Moon, with Michael J. Neufeld, retired senior curator for the Space History Department of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.
NASA’s recent, spectacular Artemis II mission is a sign that the United States is serious about sending humans to the Moon again.
Thanks to Marshall for sending: “I was biking the C&O Bike trail today and I noticed a car in the channel near Chain Bridge Rd & Canal Rd NW. I was wondering if anyone knew how a car got into the C&O Canal in a weird location as it looked like it drove down the bike path then drove into the water.”
DC Fire & EMS reported last night: “Update Canal water rescue. All searches were negative. #DCsBravest have removed all personnel from the water. Turning the incident over to law enforcement.” (more…)
Photo by Clif Burns
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced expanded financial relief options for District residents who are struggling to pay private education loans due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency. The initiative, launched by the District and several states, will provide qualifying District residents with loan forbearance and other financial protections.
Residents with commercially-owned Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) loans or privately-held student loans who are struggling to make their payments will be eligible for expanded relief. Twelve private education loan servicers have backed the initiative.
Relief options under the initiative include: (more…)
If you have any animal/pet photos you’d like to share for the regular fix please send an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com with ‘Animal Fix’ in the title and say the name of your pet and your neighborhood. AdoPtville is run by two volunteers who compile these pets weekly from local shelters.
If you’re looking for a pup to go for runs with you during our beautiful spring weather, Mack’s your man! This 1-year-old Boxer mix has lots of energy, and is looking for an active home where he’ll get plenty of exercise and time outdoors! Mack does well with other dogs, but has not yet been tested with cats or children. He’s a friendly guy who loves people and really loves attention! Mack has a wonderful disposition and would be a great addition to a home where he’ll get the activity he needs. If Mack sounds like the dog for you, find out more about adopting him here.
Say hello to sweet Mitty the Kitty! This 2-year-old girl can be a little shy at first, but once she gets to know you she’s incredibly loving! Mitty would do best in a quiet home, either as the only pet or perhaps with another friendly cat (with the proper introductions, of course). Mitty loves to play with toys, especially ones she can carry around in her mouth! She also really enjoys pets and scratches, and sleeping with her people to keep each other company. She is updated on all vaccinations and veterinary care. Mitty is a gentle and affectionate young cat with a lot of love to give. Find out more about adopting Mitty here.
1527 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Thomas for sharing the great news:
From an email:
“Brighten Your Day. Be Cultured. Get Outside. Have a Destination!
What: An Outdoor Art Show featuring one painting every day (#porchsidegallery)
Where: Glover Park (3824 Beecher Street, NW)
When: Every day through Mother’s Day (weather permitting)
Why: To brighten & enliven Glover Park and give folks a destination!
It started on Easter and has been bringing joy to me and the neighborhood every non-rainy day since. (more…)