Dear Supporters,
I'm reaching out with some exciting updates and urgent calls to action regarding our petition for vibrant development on Kennedy Street. Your ongoing support is invaluable, and together, we're making significant strides towards our goal.
Featured on Popville:
I'm thrilled to share that our petition has been featured on Popville, a prominent news source! The article titled "Community Organizing for Mixed-Use Development on Kennedy St. NW" sheds light on our efforts to revitalize Kennedy Street. However, there's an important task at hand. The article has sparked discussions in the comment section, where some are skeptical about Kennedy Street's potential to support commerce. It's crucial for our supporters to join the conversation and share their perspectives. Let's demonstrate the immense potential of Kennedy Street together! You can find the article and comment section here.
Insights from ANC Meeting:
We've uncovered a significant development regarding the project proposal. In an ANC meeting, the presenter downplayed the proposed changes, labeling them as "minor." However, we know that even minor changes can have major implications. It's concerning that only Commissioner Johnson raised questions, and the developer wasn't pressed to restore the proposal to its original vision, which included essential retail spaces. You can view the ANC meeting here for more insight into the discussion.
Upcoming ANC Meeting (4B):
Mark your calendars for the upcoming ANC meeting on March 25th at 7:00 PM. This meeting presents a crucial opportunity for us to voice our concerns and advocate for the inclusion of retail spaces in the development project. Your participation is vital in influencing decision-makers. You can join the meeting via Zoom here or through voice-only participation by dialing (301) 715-8592, using Meeting ID: 82101129078 and Passcode: 531002.
Finally, we urge you to submit written testimony! Use your own words, or feel free to copy paste from below:
Write an email to (official comment box):
bzasubmissions@dc.gov
CC:
manorparkgroup@gmail.com
jlewisgeorge@dccouncil.gov
4B08@anc.dc.gov
4B06@anc.dc.gov
robert.reid@dc.gov
Subject: 21103 RE1-LLC - Block proposal without commercial component.
Body: Tell them why they shouldn't allow this project. Here are some points.
We urge you to take the following actions:
Block any development application lacking a retail ground floor component.
Require any proposal to include bottom floor retail spaces.
Advocate for the inclusion of three-bedroom units to address the housing needs of families.
Apply pressure to the Board of Zoning Adjustment to support our concerns & objectives.
Prevent any proposal from being accepted that doesn’t focus on adding a retail space with an anchor business.
Your continued support and engagement are crucial as we work towards a brighter future for Kennedy Street. Let's make our voices heard and ensure that our community's needs are met. This is our hood, and together, we can create positive change!
Warm regards,
Concerned Citizens who love Kennedy Street