Ongoing Projects
Street Safety
One of the big priorities for the neighborhood is to work towards making our streets safer by advocating for street safety measures, sidewalk expansions and improvements, and other measures that help ensure that everyone — no matter their age or level of mobility — is able to enjoy the neighborhood.
ANC Actions
On March 21, ANC 5E passed the resolution I co-authored advocating for sidewalk fixes and sidewalk repairs on several blocks of Rhode Island Avenue NW and NE, and North Capitol St NW. You can read the resolution here. As a result of the resolution, the related Traffic Safety Input requests for sidewalk fixes were chosen by DDOT for investigation in Q3.
On May 16, ANC 5E passed the resolution I authored advocating for safety measures on the unit block of Rhode Island Avenue NW. You can read the resolution here.
On September 19, ANC 5E passed the resolution I co-authored endorsing multiple safety and transportation bills that the D.C. Council is taking up for consideration. You can read the resolution here.
On December 19, ANC 5E passed a resolution I authored asking for DDOT to investigate safety improvements on the 100 block of T St NW. You can read the resolution here.
SMD Testimony at DC Council Hearings
October 5, 2023: Provided testimony at the D.C. Council's Judiciary and Public Safety Committee on Operations of the Office of Unified Communications’ 911 Call Center and Bill 25-344, the Office the United Communications Transparency and Accuracy Act of 2023.
Feb 7, 2024: Provided testimony at the D.C. Council's Public Works and Operations Committee's Performance Oversight Hearing for the Department of Public Works.
Feb 9, 2024: Provided testimony at the D.C. Council's Transportation and the Environment Committee's Performance Oversight Hearing for the District Department of Transportation.
Feb 29, 2024: Provided testimony at the D.C. Council's Executive Administration and Labor Committee's Performance Oversight Hearing on the Executive Office of the Mayor.
April 30, 2024: Provided testimony at the D.C. Council's Transportation and the Environment Committee's Budget Oversight Hearing for the District Department of Transportation.
June 20, 2024: Provided testimony at the D.C. Council's Transportation and the Environment Committee's Confirmation Hearing for the DDOT Director.
311 Requests for Safe Streets
The following are successful street safety improvements made by DDOT that are a result of advocating for these measures with the agency and relaying feedback from residents.
Results: In June 2023, DDOT painted a new crosswalk on V St NW (previously only markings existed) at the intersection of 2nd and V St NW, and repainted the faded roadway stripings on V St NW and 2nd St NW to signal the stop signs.
Results: In July 2023, DDOT installed a three-rack corral at 2nd and V St NW. This will allow for folks to park their bikes and scooters safely, and free up some sidewalk space!
Results: In December 2023, DDOT installed a new crosswalk on V St NE - at the intersection of V St NE and North Capitol St NE, to improve pedestrian safety.
Results: In May 2024, DDOT installed a new crosswalk on the 100 block of V St NW (between Flagler Pl NW and 2nd St NW) to address speeding and improve safety.
Results: In September and October 2024, DDOT installed a new crosswalk at 2nd St NW (near V St NW) with ADA ramps.
Following is a list of 311 requests that have been submitted so far to DDOT to ask for traffic safety measures for 5E04. This list will be updated on an ongoing basis with requests submitted by the ANC Commissioner.
Cleaner Streets
Results: In July 2023, the Department of Public Works (DPW) fulfilled my request to install a new public litter can at 1st and U St NW (located outside U First Market). The public litter can will help reduce the litter on the streets, especially at this high-traffic intersection located outside a business and a block away from a park in one direction, and a block away from a bus stop in the other direction.
Read DPW's FAQs about best practices for use of public litter cans here.
I also organize monthly neighborhood cleanups in the area with residents - you can information about upcoming cleanups here.
Community Support
In March 2024, ANC 5E approved a grant for $2000- with my support! - to help support costs related to Crispus Attucks Development Corporation's annual Bloomingdale Community Day.
Development Projects
Indigo Chapter 2
In September 2024, I submitted a letter of support for Indigo Chapter 2's application for zoning relief at the Board of Zoning Adjustment. The letter is available here.
KC Lewis Fields
In March 2024, ANC 5E passed a resolution in support of ANC 1E's ask for DC agencies to develop a budget for and reimagine the KC Lewis fields, ANC 1B also passed a similar resolution. I have been working with Commissioners from ANCs 1B, 1E, and 5E to advocate for improvements and solicit feedback from stakeholders such as residents and members of the PTOs whose schools may occupy the swing space located next to the KC Lewis playground. DPW has also allocated funds for the development of the playground in its FY25 budget request. If you would like to be involved, please email me at 5E04@anc.dc.gov
Rodent Abatement
Department of Health's Rodent and Vector Control program is working with the ANC and community members to help bring the rodent population under control.
Residents can request DOH services for rodent abatement here.