I had not planned to put out two newsletters this week, but it's a good
day to stay inside and there's a lot of material in my e-mail. So...
 

SOME USEFUL PUBLIC SAFETY E-MAIL ADDRESSES
-- 2D Commander  Jeffrey Moore  <JAMOORE@mpdc.org>
-- PSA 202  Lt. Robert Aiello  <MPDCPSA202@netscape.net>
For those close to the Maryland border:
-- Officer Denise Gill, Community Policing Coordinator for Bethesda.
<Denise.Gill@co.mo.md.us>
--  Chief Roy Gordon <RG@his.com>, Police Chief,  Chevy Chase Village
 
 
 

TENLEYTOWN HISTORICAL SURVEY
This week's Northwest Current did an extensive story on this and on
Tuesday night's meeting. I urge anyone interested in this to get a copy
of the Current and read the story. The paper will only be available
until this coming Wednesday. It can be obtained at the Library, Fresh
Fields (Whole Foods), Rodman's and other commercial establishments in
the 'Hood.

The Tenleytown Historical Society (THS) received a grant of  about
$24,500 from the National Park Service via the DC Historic Preservation
Office to do a survey that is supposed to  be finished in a year. The
purpose of the survey is to do a history of various homes (about 350)
and structures in the area bounded by Chesapeake to Upton and 34th to
44th streets. The THS is asking for volunteers to help do this survey.
They will provide 10 hours of training to the volunteers.

The survey will look at census records, directories, permits, newspaper
clippings, and other documents. They will take photos of the buildings
and talk to current owners and inhabitants. They are looking for old
photographs that show the buildings in the backdrop or show some part of
the street. In other words, they are looking for anything that will give
them a complete (as possible) history of the structure and its
inhabitants. They are interested in famous people who might have lived
there, as well as looking at the social breakdown (working class, middle
class, professional class) of the various people who have lived in the
houses over time. They are also interested in oral histories.

Churches, schools, and walls  are included in the survey. Not all houses
or structures will be selected; only those that have some kind of
historical interest, either because of age or because of who may have
lived there, etc.

When completed, the survey results will be placed in the Library and
will be available on CD. The information will also be used as a resource
if someone requests historical status for a building covered in the
survey.

Speakers at the meeting were  Jean Pablo, President of THS, Paul
Kelsey-Williams, a
historical architect, and Tim Duvey from the DC Historic Preservation
Office. For additional information contact
tenleytownhistoricalsociety@yahoo.com, or David Maloney, Acting Program
Manager, Historic Preservation Office, D.C. Office of Planning at
<David.Maloney@dc.gov>.
 
 
 

BOY SCOUT TREE AND WREATH SALE
From: <GMarieW@aol.com>
Boy Scout Troop 666, located at Metropolitan Methodist Church (3401
Nebraska Avenue) across from American University will have its Annual
Tree and Wreath Sale Friday, December 13, - Sunday, December 15.  Most
trees are from a small Pennsylvania tree farm, fresh cut in the few days
before the sale.
 
 
 

CELEBRATE SATURNALIA!
From: <rhona.campbell@dc.gov>
Children's Librarian, Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library, DCPL
The Tenley-Friendship Library Children's Room, DCPL, invites you to
celebrate the winter holidays (including the ancient Roman festival of
Saturnalia) with us!
WHEN: Thursday, December 19th, starting 7:00 p.m.
WHAT: games, crafts, gifts, food, stories, fun!
WHERE: The Tenley-Friendship Library is on Wisconsin Ave. and Albemarle,
right across from the Metro station.
WHO: Bring the whole family! Activities geared to ages 4-13.
Contact the library at (202)282-3094 for more information.
 
 
 

MORE ON WISCONSIN AVENUE BEAUTIFICATION
From: "KD McLynn" <kdmclynn@starpower.net>
On the subject of plantings along Wisconsin, let's continue to have
flowers AND trees.  Also, rather than paving over the dirt strips to
reduce mud, why not use mulch?  The mulch is much healthier for the
trees, allows better drainage, can be left plain or gussied up with
flowers, etc., etc., as well as inexpensive.  (By the way, trees need
air and water to get to their  roots to flourish.  City trees have a
rough go in those small tree boxes.)  Then we'd all be happy.  Thanks to
all the people who contribute their kind efforts to make our
neighborhood nicer! AND the people who share their ideas on keeping
things neat.
 
 

 
HOLIDAY TREE COLLECTION INFORMATION
From:  <anc3b@aol.com>
>From Tawanna Shuford, Ward 6 Council Staff:
Holiday tree collection is scheduled for the week of January 5 -10,
20003.

*   Your tree should placed in front of your home at the curb by Sunday
January 5, 20003
*   All decorations are to be removed.
*   Any trees not put out by the week of January 5, will be collected
with the regular trash collection.
*   Please don't place the trees in plastic bags.
Any questions regarding holiday tree collection or missed collections
should be directed to the City-wide Call center at 727-1000.
 
 
 

COUNCILMEMBER PATTERSON'S E-NEWSLETTER #12
From:  "Pagano, Penny (COUNCIL)" <Ppagano@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>
DIRECTORY OF TOPICS:
-- Council approves Patterson proposal on surnames
-- Council has second reading on Tree Bill
-- Council approves Patterson amendment that requires ANCs to be
notified of  revenue bond proposals
-- Council approves Patterson legislation authorizing interstate
enforcement of Domestic Violence Protection Orders
-- Council considers bill to require videotaping of police
interrogations
 
 
 

DC BUSINESS RESOURCE CENTER ALERT  (December 2002)
From: Catherine J Wiss <schumannwiss@juno.com>
COMMUNIT-E  readers might be interested in this.

<<< Go to http://brc.dc.gov/current to read the HTML version of BRC
Alert
on the Internet. >>>
The BRC Alert monthly newsletter consolidates business-oriented
programs, services, and information into a timely, easy-to-read update.
These alerts highlight valuable tools and information available to help
you successfully launch and operate your business or nonprofit in the
District.

DC BUSINESS ALERTS
1. Master Business License Forms Available Online
2. Neighborhood Plans Can Aid Market Research
3. EITC Helps Businesses Boost Employee Paychecks
4. DC Marketing Center Publishes Development and Start-Up Guides
5. Resource Guide Details SBA Activities
6. DC Business Tools Available

1. MASTER BUSINESS LICENSE FORMS AVAILABLE ONLINE
Businesses and nonprofits can download Master Business License (MBL)
documents from the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA)
website. Businesses may complete many licenses entirely online.
Alternatively, they may download, print, and complete MBL-related
applications, forms, and instructions in paper format. The following
documents are available online:
*  Master Business License Application Instructions
*  Master Business License Application
*  Business Description Activity List
*  Clean Hands Self-Certification Form
*  Resident Agent Appointment Form
*  Trade Name Application
*  License Fees
Visit http://brc.dc.gov/mbl to download MBL forms or http://mbl.dc.gov
to complete applications online. For questions about the MBL, contact
DCRA at mbl.infocenter@dc.gov or by phone at (202) 442-4311. Businesses
can pick up applications in person at the Business License Center
located at 941 North Capitol Street, NE. Customer service hours for
phone and in-person inquiries are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to
4:15 pm.

2. NEIGHBORHOOD PLANS CAN AID MARKET RESEARCH
Strategic Neighborhood Action Plans (SNAPs) for all 39 neighborhood
clusters in the District of Columbia were released in October by the
Office of Neighborhood Action and the Office of Planning. The SNAPs
incorporate input from residents, businesses, and leaders that
participated in extensive meetings in each neighborhood of the city.
SNAP commitments from District agencies are detailed in the Citywide
Strategic Plan (CWSP), which also includes citizen input from the city's
Citizen Summit. The District will achieve each objective in these plans
by the
end of fiscal year 2004.

Businesses and nonprofits can use the SNAPs and CWSP to research
neighborhoods where they currently operate or are considering expansion.
Each SNAP contains:
*  Land uses based on zoning data
*  Key neighborhood assets and features
*  Demographics
*  Maps
*  Recent neighborhood activity and development
*  Neighborhood priorities expressed by citizens
*  Specific agency commitments to the neighborhood
*  List of neighborhood-related reference materials
Visit http://brc.dc.gov/snaps to read about and download the CWSP and
SNAPs. For more information about Neighborhood Action visit
http://neighborhoodaction.dc.gov or call (202) 727-2822. To order an
individual SNAP for a neighborhood cluster, call the Office of Planning
at (202) 442-7600.

3. EITC HELPS BUSINESSES BOOST EMPLOYEE PAYCHECKS
Businesses can help low- and moderate-income families put extra cash in
their pockets at tax time by distributing information about the Earned
Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC is a tax provision that allows
workers earning below $34,178 to reduce their taxes or even obtain a
refund. Families with two or more children can receive up to $5,000!

The EITC provides an important income boost to low- and moderate-income
workers, and it adds millions of dollars to the local economy. EITC
outreach for the upcoming tax season should begin in January 2003 and
can continue through April 15. DC and Maryland residents can claim the
EITC on both their federal return and their Maryland or DC tax return.
Virginia residents can claim the EITC on their federal return only.
 
Businesses can promote the EITC by sharing information with their
employees and, if appropriate, with their customers. The DC EITC
Campaign has prepared fliers, posters, and other materials that
businesses can include with paychecks or when W-2s are distributed.
These materials can be accessed at http://www.dcfpi.org/eic2003 or by
contacting Phyllis Campbell Newsome at phyllisc@wcanonprofits.org or
(202) 457-0540.
 

4. DC MARKETING CENTER PUBLISHES DEVELOPMENT AND START-UP GUIDES
The Washington, DC Marketing Center has two new guides that illustrate
why the District is a great place to start or operate a business.

Development in the District of Columbia: A Reference Guide is about the
District's economy and major projects. The 64-page book highlights top
development projects in major market segments including office, retail,
residential, hospitality/tourism, and education. To order copies,
contact Marie Ruffin at mruffin@dcmarketingcenter.com or (202) 638-7333.

The Starting Your Business in Washington, DC guide was developed by the
Marketing Center and the Georgia Avenue Business Resource Center
(GABRC). The user-friendly guide describes the step-by-step process for
starting a new business in the District. It also connects businesses
with the District's valuable business resources. To order copies,
contact Lily Qi at lqi@dcmarketingcenter.com or (202) 638-7332 or
Telaekah Brooks of GABRC at telaekah@aol.com or (202) 545-0220.

5. RESOURCE GUIDE DETAILS SBA ACTIVITIES
The Strategic Plan and Resource Guide recently published by the local
Small Business Administration (SBA) office delivers a comprehensive
overview of SBA programs, services, and staff. Businesses can access
directories of SBA participating lenders and SBA District Office staff.
The nearly 50-page guide contains detailed descriptions of the four key
programs conducted by the SBA's Washington Metropolitan Area District
Office. They are:
1. Advocacy
2. Financial Assistance
3. Management and Business Development Assistance
4. Procurement Assistance
The guide features the following articles:
*  Myths About SBA's Loan Guarantee Program
*  Improving the Climate for Your Business Locally
*  Benefits of the SBA Guarantee on Your Business Loan
Businesses can request a copy of this publication by contacting Larita
Glenn at (202) 606-4000 ext. 220 or Larita.Glenn@sba.gov by email.

6. DC BUSINESS TOOLS AVAILABLE
**  Business Resource Center  **
    http://brc.dc.gov  or call (202) 727-2370
**  Master Business License  **
    http://mbl.dc.gov or call (202) 442-4311
**  Electronic Taxpayer Service Center  **
    http://cfo.dc.gov/etsc  or call (202) 727-4TAX
**  Economic Development Map  **
    http://dcbiz.dc.gov/map/default.shtm or call (202) 727-6365
**  NET 2000 Tax Calculator  **
    http://dcbiz.dc.gov/info/net2000/form.shtm or call (202) 727-6365

**  Citizen Service Requests  **
    http://dc.gov/citizen/request.htm or call (202) 727-1000

View previous editions of BRC Alert at http://brc.dc.gov/current
Email your feedback to brc.alert@dc.gov

-- END--