Sculpture Exhibit - May 3 thru October 25
This six-month exhibit will showcase 12 area sculptors whose work will be displayed in the front yards of private residences in the Foggy Bottom Historic District. Please enjoy the self-guided tour of the exhibit at any time by picking up a brochure (which includes a map) at each sculpture location.
What is Best for Engine Company No.1?
Funding is the issue, and a new facility is the pressing requirement. Classifying Engine Company No. 1 as just another aging fire station is like saying that the White House is just another old home. Engine Company No.1 by the way, serves the White House, the Old Executive Office Building, Federal Buildings, the World Bank and International Monetary Fund complex, pivotal Metro stops, George Washington University, Foggy Bottom, and adjacent neighborhoods.
Rita Aid nominated to fill FBA board slot
The FBA’s Nominating Committee has nominated Rita Aid of 2475 Virginia Ave. to fill the FBA Board vacancy left by the departure of James O’Leary late last year. The FBA’s general membership will be able to vote on her nomination at the Jan. 29 FBA general meeting, per the FBA’s bylaws. The term expires in June. — FBN
Tiverton Building Saved
The Tiverton Apartments, located on square 37 near the West End Library, were drawn into the controversy when Council members said in a public hearing the building had a “done deal” with developer EastBanc. Residents managed to save their building later in the year, signing with another developer and agreeing to convert the 80-year-old building to condos.
Series of Armed Robberies Hit GW
UPD Steps Up Patrols On and Off Campus In Response To Violent Assaults
by Sarah Scire, Hatchet Staff Writer
November 2007 ~ A string of armed robberies last week prompted University police to increase the number of patrols in the northwest quadrant of campus.
M and 22nd streets has proved to be a dangerous intersection in the past week. Four female GW students were assaulted and robbed near the location on Oct. 31, according to police reports. Only 20 minutes later, near the same intersection, two men attempted to rob a 30-year-old female tourist by punching her in the face. About four hours later, around 1:45 a.m. on Nov. 1, two GW students were held up at gunpoint at 24th and I streets… read article »
The Quest to Protect Historic Buildings
Groups Battle Neglect And the Wrecking Ball
By Scott Elder, Special to The Washington Post
November 2007 ~ It's impossible to miss all the construction projects going on in the District these days. New condos, new office buildings, new giant holes in the ground: The city has just undergone one of its most extensive development booms in decades, and many projects are still in the works. With land at a premium, a new building going up often means an old one must come down. But this is the nation's capital, and some of those buildings designated for the dustbin are more than just bricks and mortar..… read article »
GWU Drinkers Who Muss The Bus May Be Asked To Pick Up The Tab
By Susan Kinzie, Washington Post Staff Writer
October 10th, 2007 ~ College students have a lot to worry about these days. At George Washington University, they pick up a copy of the student newspaper and find they can't even throw up in peace.
There it was in the GW Hatchet: "Fines Imposed for Vomiting on Vern Express." Students who drink until they are sick could be charged $200 to $300 or more to clean up the bus, which runs round-the-clock between the Foggy Bottom and Mount Vernon campuses, and to pay for cab vouchers for all of the student riders who are trying to get home.… read article »
DDOT ASKs Residents To Water Trees
DDOT Release - August 15, 2007
DDOT Reminds Residents to Water Young Street Trees During Drought
Residents Encouraged to Partner with City to Protect Urban Forest
Washington, DC ~ Emeka Moneme, Director of the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), today encouraged District residents to join DDOT in the watering of young trees.
Last planting season - October to April - DDOT planted a total of roughly 4,500 trees across the District, many of them young street trees along sidewalks.
During long, hot summers DDOT encourages residents who have young trees along their sidewalks to water trees regularly.
DDOT's Urban Forestry Administration recently implemented a brochure program to distribute information to residents where young trees are planted. Residents who live near a young street tree receive a door flier asking them to help water the newly-plated tree.
"Our majestic tree canopy is one of the greatest things about living in the nation's capital," said Moneme. "As we expand our canopy it's important for residents to partner with us during hot, dry weather and help water young trees. You shovel your sidewalk in the winter - so please also water your young street tree in the hot summer."
DDOT oversees 144,000 city street trees through its Urban Forestry Administration. UFA has 12 arborists on staff at present - more than any time in the city's history. The arborists oversee planting, pruning, inspection of the trees and oversee injection of Elms to protect from disease. They also help oversee tree protection during road construction projects.
DDOT's Chief Forester John P. Thomas reminded residents who have a young tree near their sidewalk to help out by watering it with 5-10 gallons of water every 7-10 days when it's not raining. Resume watering when new leaves appear in the spring. And residents can skip the watering when it rains.
"Street trees usually take two years to establish themselves, which means they need care during their youth," said Thomas. "This summer, we are reaching out to engage residents about how they can be our partners. Trees that perish during the summer are covered under a replacement program but we never like to see a street tree die."
For more information on UFA and to learn about the benefits of an urban forest, please visit: http://trees.ddot.dc.gov
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