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COMMUNIT-E June 14, 2004 CRIMES IN THE ‘HOOD **** From: Stephanie.Bragg@usdoj.gov The U.S. Attorney's Office Court Report for the Month of May is now available. This includes arrests and convictions for crimes committed in 2D. Stephanie Bragg 2D Community Outreach Specialist (202) 282-0584 **** According to the June 9 Northwest Current (P.4), 44-year old Ralph J. Franks was arrested for entering homes in 2D, sometimes through unlocked doors, and taking purses that were near the door. He was charged with 12 burglaries. Over a period of several months he entered at least 11 homes and a business while residents were home. He said he looked through windows to see if purses were near the door. SINGLE DAY-LONG PARKING PERMITS – – WHY NOT? From: Phalen, Jan <jan.phalen@AoA.gov> My cleaning lady comes once a week for 3 hours. She parks in the front of my house and just got a ticket for exceeding the 2 hour residential parking permission. Other than parking in the rear (difficult) or on a non-restricted street, has anyone found a solution? The police will only give me a permit for 2 weeks with an extension for another 2 weeks, presumably after I visit the station again. 26 visits a year could be a problem. Why aren't there single day long-term permits available? or are there other solutions? Thanks, Jan Phalen IMPORTANT LIBRARY MEETING From: Kathryn Ray <kcrdlb@verizon.net> PUBLIC MEETING ON THE NEW TENLEY LIBRARY "Let your voice be heard at the upcoming design meeting for the new Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library." "The Architect wants to hear from you." "Come help plan for your new neighborhood library." "Plan to attend this community design meeting and meet with the architect." Tuesday, June 22 - 7 PM at the Library, 4450 Wisconsin Avenue. Thanks Kathryn -------------------- PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULED FOR DESIGN INPUT ON NEW TENLEY LIBRARY From: Pagano, Penny (COUNCIL) <ppagano@dccouncil.us> The DC Public Library will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, June 22 at 7:00 pm to seek public input on the design for the new Tenley Library. This is an important opportunity for everyone who uses the Tenley Library to meet the architect, learn what's happening with new libraries around the country, and to express their views about how they envision the new Tenley library. This is the first new library in Ward 3 and community input is important. The meeting will be at the Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Avenue. For more information call 282-3090 or go to www.dclibrary.org LOOKING FOR OLD COMPUTERS AND SOFTWARE Community service project by UP and Running Computer Services in Northwest DC From: Bruce Maliken <bmaliken@verizon.net> Me and my company, UP and Running Computer Services has taken on a community project to assist lower income children to provide them computers for school. I am willing to pick up working computers, erase the hard drive and set them up to be given to children who could not afford a computer. If you have a system you would like to donate (PC or MAC) and any software that you no longer use, please contact Bruce Maliken @ UP and Running Computers (240) 474-4193 or e-mail UPandRunning@myway.com Thank you, Bruce Maliken UPandRunningSvcs@verizon.net (240) 475-4193 LEMON LAWS From: Susanjaquet@aol.com Has anyone had experience with Lemon Laws, particularly as they relate to nonfunctioning keyless entry on cars in our area? I recently bought a car and its keyless entry feature (remote) works only at certain times, in certain places. The car dealer in Rockville states that it can NOT be fixed. (Ironically, the keyless entry on the "loaner car" dealer provided while mine was in the shop worked fine.) Dealer further states that problem has to do with proximity to radio/TV towers in Tenley area and therefore refuses to make any further attempts at repair. Keyless entry is not just a convenience at the grocery store but also a safety feature for anyone who drives alone at night. Appreciate any thoughts! Susan Jaquet COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD **** FREE COMPUTER SPEAKERS From: Kathy Smith <Ksmith1804@starpower.net> I have Altec Lansing, ACS295 speakers with a subwoofer. Contact me if you want them - free. **** From: Michael & Linda Wiessler-Hughes <michaelinda88@hotmail.com> The FREE glass solarium, available to anyone who wants to come take it away, is 8' X 15' (not 15' X 18' as we posted last week) Linda and Michael **** From: Laura Akgulian <laura@marginata.com> FOR SALE: We're parting with some treasures! Hummel figurine "Wayside Harmony," in original box, w/certificate & markings. Retails for $170. Mint condition. $40. Uncle George's vintage black amethyst goblets, blown glass, mod/medieval, c. late '50s, near-mint condition. Set of 6 large--$50. (Other sizes too.) Brunschwig & Fils decorator fabric, 12-yard roll, worth $1200+, one of their best-selling florals, for drapes or upholstering. $400. Call Laura at 202-537-5996. (And, thanks, the antique file cabinet is sold.) **** From: <Patricia.Riley2@usdoj.gov> Beautiful 3 BR, 2 1/2 bath (with outside shower) townhouse in most desirable Port Lewes. Newly renovated; nicely furnished and fully equipped. Two decks. Spectacular view of entrance to Delaware Bay, fishing pier, light house. Watch the ferries, freighters, and sailboats. Great sandy beach on the bay -- walk on it to the ocean -- or use your bike or skateboard (or just walk) on the bike path through the State Park. Community pool and tennis. Great for families. Available weeks of June 26, July 31, August 21 for $1800, August 28, September 4 for $1,500. Call Pat at 338-5768. **** From: starrkopper <starrkop@starpower.net> I have a lovely sunny, all equipped furnished apartment for rent. cable, ac etc- one bedroom in Mclean Gardens . July one until November. Starr Kopper 202-244-5559 HEARING FOR EXTENSION OF GEORGETOWN DAY SCHOOL From: Anne Novak <Anne_Novak@ita.doc.gov> On June 22 at 1pm at 1 Judiciary Square, 441 4th St. in Ste. 220 there will be a hearing on the extension of Georgetown Day School. Please participate in this meeting by telling the Board of Zoning "NO!" for all of our sake. Do we want more construction, cars and noise in the neighborhood? Part of the plan calls for a parking lot (garage) so that students can drive to school. This may mean another entrance to the school on River Rd., causing even more congestion and disturbances. Please help hold back the ever increasing development that jeapordizes our clean and lovely neighborhood. Anne M. Novak FACT SHEET ON THE PROPOSED STODDERT RECREATION CENTER From: anc3b@aol.com A New Recreation Center for Stoddert: Fact Sheet “Improved Recreation Space for the Youth of Glover Park” New City Recreation Centers The D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation is going to build 19 new recreation centers in the District. One, the Stoddert Recreation Center, is planned for Ward 3. Based on community input, DPR has agreed that the new Stoddert center will be smaller than the others and will focus on activities for Glover Park’s youth. The Current Recreation Center + Built in 1959 + A one-room 600 square foot facility + Does not meet current DPR co-operative play center code Why a New Recreation Center? + Demands on the current facility have greatly outstripped its capacity. + The youth of Glover Park need indoor play space for after school, weekend and summer activities. + The current Center is too small to meet the requirements of so many age groups during a typical day, from the 2- to 4-year-olds in the morning Co-operative Play Program to young teens after school. + At about 17,000 square feet, neighboring Stoddert school is by far the smallest in the District, roughly 60,000 square feet smaller than an average-size D.C. school. Although the smallest school in size, it has the densest student population at 171 percent of capacity. The school, which is not scheduled for renovation at this time, does not have space for normal school activities such as physical education, school assemblies, and after school care. Design Goals for the New Center The Friends of Glover Park, ANC 3B, and the Glover Park Citizens Association have received a lot of input from the community on the proposed new Center. Based on this input, several design goals were given to the D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation. + Green space and outdoor play space are given high priority. + The foot print of the building will be no bigger than 17,000 square feet. + If at all, the impact on the playing field area will be minimal. + Tree preservation is a priority. The large oak tree is very important to the community as are all the trees. Any trees that are taken down should be replaced. Landscaping for the total area should be improved. + The existing playground can be moved or a new tot playground added. If moved, the playground should be of equal or better quality. Amenities such as a spray park and picnic area should be considered. + Building materials will be durable. The style of the building will complement the architecture of the neighborhood and Stoddert Elementary School and will be built to be energy efficient and environmentally friendly. + Providing adequate parking is critical. There should be at least 35 off-street parking spaces to be shared by Stoddert School and Recreation Center. COUNCILMEMBER KATHY PATTERSON'S E-NEWSLETTER #29, JUNE 10, 2004 From: Pagano, Penny (COUNCIL) <ppagano@dccouncil.us> Website: <http://www.kathypatterson.org/> www.kathypatterson.org DIRECTORY OF TOPICS ** DCPS Issues Nearing Resolution ** Council Approves Patterson Bill to Reform Public Safety Personnel Policies and Practices ** Council Passes Emergency Legislation to Reduce Drowning Deaths of Children ** Councilmember Patterson to Receive Public Service Award ** Council Recognizes Ward 3 Resident Stephen G. Callas ** Councilmembers Ask for Investigation into Ambulance Arrival Time ** Hearing on Historic Preservation and Public Safety Facilities ** Hearing on the Establishment of Dog Parks in DC ** DC Tax Office Uses Camera-Equipped Vans to Survey Property ** Public Meeting Scheduled for Design of New Tenley Library ** Public Forum on Electricity and What Happens After Price Caps Expire in 2005 ** Expansion Plans for Washington International School ** John Eaton School To Fete Retiring Teacher ** Historic Preservation Office Seeks Award Nominations ** Casey Trees Issues Plant Alert ** Community Information and Events Contact Penny Pagano complete newsletter. EXCERPT FROM THE BRAZIL BULLETIN From: Heilbron, Shana (COUNCIL) <sheilbron@dccouncil.us> Harold Brazil, At-Large Councilmember Chair, Committee on Economic Development Brazil Joins DC Marketing Center for Presentation of "Starting A Business in D.C." Councilmember Brazil joined Michael Stevens, Director of the DC Marketing Center, and others in unveiling a new publication, "Starting a Business in D.C." (Brazil oversees the Marketing Center through his chairmanship of the Committee on Economic Development.) The publication is an easy to follow step-by-step guide for anyone looking to start a new business or relocate in the District. It informs entrepreneurs about all the steps for starting a successful business - from putting together a proper business plan, to working with the District's licensing agencies, to financing a business, - and it also explains the incentives the District and federal government offer businesses. "Through my years of experience on the Council, I know what it is like for businesses to traverse the maze of licensing and permitting in the District. I have worked hard to make it easier for District businesses to succeed and grow in every neighborhood of the District. This publication is a great addition to the work we have done - it will help local businesses succeed in a very competitive field," said Brazil. Brazil added, "Efforts like this are so important to meeting our goal of providing quality jobs to our District residents because every time a new business opens it means more job opportunities for our residents." – – END – –