ANC 4A OCTOBER 2012 MEETING MINUTES MINUTES of October 2, 2012 ANC 4A MEETING Fort Stevens Recreation Center, Van Buren and 13th Streets, NW, Washington, DC Roll Call: Commissioners Bennett, Toliver, Whatley, Wilson, Kennedy, Boyd, and Black were in attendance. Approximately 50 people were in attendance from the community. Having determined that there was a quorum; Commissioner Toliver called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM. I. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS a. AGENDA. Commissioner Whatley moved to accept the agenda of tonight’s meeting. Motion seconded by Commissioner Black. Hearing no objections, the motion was passed unanimously. b. MINUTES. Commissioner Whatley moved to accept the minutes as amended from the September 11, 2012 meeting. Motion seconded by Commissioner Bennett. Hearing no objections, the motion was passed unanimously. c. TREASURER’S REPORT. No monthly report this month because of the budget discussions. Commissioner Toliver suggested that Commissioner Whatley go back and scrub the draft budget. The motion to continue temporarily with the current budget was passed unanimously. II. COMMUNITY CONCERNS a. Councilmember Bowser and Commander Kim Chisley-Missouri. i. A fatal shooting on September 27, 2012 at the 7400 block of Georgia Avenue occurred at 2:20 AM. ii. An arrest of a suspect involved in robberies from Florida Avenue to Crestwood. The suspect is being charged with at least two counts of burglary. iii. There has been an increase in thefts from Autos in Shepherd Park. Commander Chisley-Missouri reminded residents to not leave any valuables in their vehicles. b. Keith Holman from the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Engagement asked all residents to contact him with any concerns or requests. He can be reached at 202-340-7853 or via email at Keith.holman@dc.gov . III. PRESENTATIONS a. Brightwood resident, Chloe Wood has a petition with 60 signatures supporting a proposed dog park at Ft. Stevens. i. Frances Taylor 6716 Luzon Avenue is opposed to a dog park. Thinks its fine to have dogs but people come before dogs. Ms. Taylor has not seen a petition and just learned about it this morning. ii. Heidi Glenn from 6701 Luzon Avenue (house appears in photograph circulated by Chloe Wood) is also opposed. She has lived there 12 years and has two small children. Made point that area is not under utilized. iii. Verona Gibbons of 16th and Underwood Street. Ms. Gibbons has a petition that has been signed by many members that frequent the facility in the neighborhood that are against a dog park in our area. She is a dog owner but no interested in having a dog park in her neighborhood. Commissioner Toliver asked she get the petition to Commissioner Whatley. iv. Sheryl Tyler at 1363 Somerset Place NW. Tired of stepping over dog mess on the street in front of her house. Past president of the community. In support of the dog park. Would like to see it cleaned up. v. 6722 14th Place – Monica G. (see email). Created a petition against the dog park. vi. Commissioner Whatley will hold a meeting for Brightwood and Shepherd Park residents to discuss a proposed dog park on the old horseshoe field at Fort Stevens Recreation Center. vii. Councilmember Bowser supports the establishment of another Ward 4 dog park and advised that a sponsoring group would have to maintain the park. b. Commissioner Marian Bennett announced she will hold a neighborhood meeting to discuss a proposal to expand The Little Green Nest daycare center so it can host 12 children instead of the current six. The change would require a special exception from the D.C. Board of Zoning Adjustment, which will hold a hearing on the issue on November 13, 2012. i. Attorney Jason Zeigler addressed the crowd on behalf of the owners. ii. A representative from Mary’s Center also appeared on behalf of the owners stating there is considerable unmet demand for childcare in this area. iii. Gerri Adams-Simmons, President-Elect of the Brightwood Community Association, is circulating a petition opposing the change. Ms. Adams-Simmons lives at 6409 13th Street, NW. IV. COMMISSIONER DISCUSSIONS/PRESENTATIONS a. Commissioner Kennedy reported on Mayor Gray’s recent announcement that the district is seeking public comment on the elimination of 38 Boards & Commissions. Commissioner Kennedy urged residents to visit www.OBC.dc.gov to learn more about this topic. b. On October 18, 2012 there will be a Crestwood Association meeting that will include the issue of a two-story addition at 2007 Trumbull Terrace, NW. Commissioner Black feels this is something that should come to the ANC, but we often don’t have the opportunity to weigh in. c. Commissioner Wilson reported on a recent School Libraries Bill that addresses the 57 public schools serving 16,000 kids with no libraries. Commissioner Wilson will come back at a later time with any other information he learns about the bill. d. Commissioner Whatley gave summary of what happened with the Lincoln Thomas Day grant request. e. A community meeting will be held on October 23 to discuss the 16th Street and Military Road and the Kalmia Road Culvert connecting East Beach and West Beach drives. The meeting will take place at the Lowell School at 6:30 PM. f. The next ANC 4A meeting will be held at 7 PM on WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 after Election Day. The Fort Stevens location remains unchanged. Meeting adjourned at 9:07 PM. Moved by Bennett. Seconded by Wilson ANC 4A COMMISSIONERS ANC 4A01 Commissioner Karl Kennedy North Portal Estates, Colonial Village, and portions of Shepherd Park ANC 4A02 Commissioner Dwayne Toliver, Chair Shepherd Park ANC 4A03 Commissioner Stephen A. Whatley, Treasurer Portions of Shepherd Park and Brightwood ANC 4A04 Commissioner Marian C. Bennett, Vice Chair Brightwood ANC 4A05 Vacant Fort Stevens and Brightwood ANC 4A06 Commissioner Kim Boyd, Secretary Brightwood ANC 4A07 Commissioner Dave Wilson 16th Street Heights ANC 4A08 Commissioner Gale Black Crestwood and Crestwood North _________________________________ Respectfully Submitted by, Kim Boyd (ANC 4A06), Secretary

ANC 4A JANUARY 2012 MEETING MINUTES MINUTES of January 3, 2012 ANC 4A MEETING Fort Stevens Recreation Center, Van Buren and 13th Streets, N.W., Washington, DC Roll Call: In attendance were Commissioners Black, Bennett, Whatley, Wilson, Boyd, Toliver, and Kennedy. Absent was Commissioner Snow-Israel. Approximately 10 persons were in attendance from the community. Having determined that there was a quorum, Commissioner Whatley called the meeting to order at 7:15pm. Chair’s Introductions Roll call and introduction of seated commissioners. Commissioner Whatley thanked his fellow commissioners and community for entrusting the position of chair to him over the past few years and invited former ANC Commissioner, Mr. Joseph Hairston, to the podium to conduct the 2012 ANC 4A Election of Officers. ANC 4A Elections Commissioner Hairston proceeded without objection to conduct the election of officers beginning with the position of the ANC 4A Chair. Commissioner Dave Wilson nominated Commissioner Dwayne Toliver for the office of Chair. Commissioner Toliver accepted the nomination. Commissioner Kim Boyd nominated Commissioner Gale Black for the office of Chair. Commissioner Black accepted the nomination. There being no further nominations, nominations were closed with each nominee allowed a three minute speech. Commissioner Dwayne Toliver was elected and assumed the position of ANC 4A Chair. The Commissioners cast 5 votes for Commissioner Dwayne Toliver and 2 votes for Commissioner Gale Black. Commissioner Hairston proceeded without objection to conduct the election of the ANC 4A Vice-Chair. Commissioner Steve Whatley nominated Commissioner Marian Bennett for the office of Vice-Chair. Commissioner Bennett accepted the nomination. No voting is required if there is only one nominee. There being no opposition, nominations were closed. Commissioner Marian Bennett remains the ANC 4A Vice-Chair. Commissioner Hairston proceeded without objection to conduct the election of the ANC 4A Secretary. Commissioner Gale Black nominated Commissioner Kim Boyd for the office of ANC 4A Secretary. Commissioner Boyd accepted the nomination. No voting is required if there is only one nominee. There being no opposition, nominations were closed. Commissioner Kim Boyd remains the ANC 4A Secretary. Commissioner Hairston proceeded without objection to conduct the election of the ANC 4A Treasurer. Commissioner Steve Whatley nominated Commissioner Karl Kennedy for the office of ANC 4A Treasurer. Commissioner Kennedy respectfully declined the nomination. Commissioner Gale Black nominated Commissioner Stephen Whatley for the office of ANC 4A Treasurer. Commissioner Whatley accepted the nomination. No voting is required if there is only one nominee. There being no opposition, nominations were closed. Commissioner Stephen Whatley was elected and assumed the position of ANC 4A Treasurer. The Commissioners cast 6 votes for Commissioner Stephen Whatley and 1 vote for Commissioner Karl Kennedy. Commissioner Toliver thanked Mr. Hairston for his service and stated he will only serve as ANC 4A Chair for a period of one year and will not seek re-election. ANC Minutes, Treasurer’s Report, Administrative Actions Commissioner Toliver moved for acceptance of the December 6, 2011 minutes after a review by the seated commissioners. Commissioner Wilson requested clarification on whether the balance of $62,151.62 was that of checking or savings. Commissioner Black confirmed the balance was from checking and provided a copy of the monthly report of financial activity (Period: November 1 to December 1, 2011) to be appended to last month’s minutes. Commissioner Whatley moved the minutes be accepted as amended and was seconded by Commissioner Wilson. All were in favor. Motion passed. Commissioner Whatley will present Treasurer’s Report at the February 7 meeting. Presentations Paul Public Charter School (Genee Robinson, Development Associate) Paul Public Charter School requested $2000 in support of its three extended day programs: Men In Training, Distinguished Gentlemen of Tomorrow, and Boys' Book Club. The grant would cover stipends for facilitators and materials for students. Since a grant cannot replicate services already provided by the District government, Commissioner Toliver asked Ms. Robinson to confirm whether or not these programs currently receive funding and to look for alternative school programs not supported by the city for the commission to consider at a future meeting. In the meantime, Ms. Robinson was advised to ask ANC 4B for support, which is where the school resides. It was noted that ANC 4A could not give a grant directly to a school. The grant request must come from an affiliated organization such as a PTA. 14th Street Development (Taulib-Din Uqdah) Taulib-Din Uqdah, President and Executive Director of the 14th St. Uptown Business Association presented a complete listing of every business and commercial property in the Ward 4 community. The report includes properties for sale and/or lease, vacant and occupied, church storefronts, as well as office and apartment/condominium/co-op complexes located on commercially zoned streets, with listings of homes that are also zoned commercial. Mr. Uqdah requested that the commission keep this document and review it for any errors/omissions or changes that need to be made so that the next publication can be as current as possible. Visit www.14UBA.org for more information. Commissioner Discussions/Presentations Board of Zoning Public Hearing on 12/22/11 (Commissioner Black) On December 22, Commissioner Black presented the ANC 4A resolution opposing the changes to the zoning map because it could open the door for changes that had not been anticipated by the district. The Board of Zoning has offered to brief the ANC on January 11, 2012 at 11a.m. and has postponed action until ANC 4A is satisfied with their explanation for the proposed changes. ANC Residential Facility Notification Amendment Act of 2011 (Commissioner Whatley) There is a proposal before the city to notify all Advisory Neighborhood Commissions when a Community-Based Facility (CBF) will be located within a commission area. Commissioner Whatley testified as an individual ANC and not for ANC 4A as a commission, supporting the passage of this act. 2012 Meeting Dates (Commissioner Black) ANC 4A adopted the 2012 meeting schedule with all meetings being held the first Tuesday of each month at 7:15pm at Fort Stevens Recreation Center. There are two exceptions to the schedule due to primary and general election days. In the months of April and November, the ANC 4A will meet on Wednesday, April 4 and Wednesday, November 7. Should any meeting require rescheduling due to inclement weather, appropriate notice will be given via neighborhood listserves and the ANC 4A website. Commissioner Bennett moved for approval of schedule subject to confirmation of dates and was seconded by Commissioner Boyd. Motion passed without opposition. ANC Security Fund (Commissioner Black) Commissioner Whatley moved that ANC 4A approve participation in the ANC Security Fund and authorize spending the $25 participation fee as required by DC law. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Boyd. All in favor. Motion passed. Community Concerns Joy Holland, Chief of Staff for Muriel Bowser On Monday, January 9, 2012 there will be a hearing on the senior citizens property tax exemption to $125k from the $100k that it is now. Commissioner Wilson asked for an analysis on the inflation adjustment for this exemption that was set approximately 25 years ago and how much revenue has been lost. The council is moving in emergency session on the ethics bill due to the upcoming primary election on April 3. This bill is focused only on the Mayor and the Council and not on ANCs. The ethics bill is available online on the council website. Commissioner Douglass Sloan, ANC 4B Commissioner Sloan appeared requesting a resolution from ANC 4A to get the council to allocate a majority of the iGaming revenue toward education initiatives rather than depositing all revenue into the general fund. The Council convenes on this matter on January 26, 2012. Commissioner Judi Jones spoke out in support of Commissioner Sloan in his efforts and due diligence. It was the consensus of the commissioners that there was not enough information to properly vote on this matter. Andrew Samuels, Principal of McFarland Middle School Located at 4400 Iowa Avenue in ANC 4C, McFarland is the only DCPS middle school in Ward 4 and they are starting student recruitment next week. Michael Sindram Metro Requested the commission sponsor a candidates forum Asked if any nuisance law has been enforced concerning the Occupy DC movement Claimed Pepco has not paid $779 million into the city coffers and believes Pepco is retaliating against his claims by disconnecting his service. Meeting adjourned at 8:42pm. ANC 4A COMMISSIONERS ANC 4A01 Commissioner Karl Kennedy North Portal Estates, Colonial Village, and portions of Shepherd Park ANC 4A02 Commissioner Dwayne Toliver, Chair Shepherd Park ANC 4A03 Commissioner Stephen A. Whatley, Treasurer Portions of Shepherd Park and Brightwood ANC 4A04 Commissioner Marian C. Bennett, Vice Chair Brightwood ANC 4A05 Commissioner Habieba Snow-Israel Fort Stevens and Brightwood ANC 4A06 Commissioner Kim Boyd, Secretary Brightwood ANC 4A07 Commissioner Dave Wilson 16th Street Heights ANC 4A08 Commissioner Gale Black Crestwood, Crestwood North and portions of 16th Street Heights _________________________________ Respectfully Submitted by, Kim Boyd (ANC 4A06), Secretary

ANC 4A JULY 2021 MEETING MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING PLEASE NOTE: In compliance with Roberts Rules of Order Newly Revised, 11th Edition, §48, page 468, the minutes of Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A are a record of the actions taken by the Commission, not a record of what people said during the meeting. Accordingly, comments made by commissioners or members of the public will not be recorded in detail in the minutes. The meeting was held virtually through Zoom. Chair Singleton called the meeting to order at 7:03pm. A quorum was present, including the following Commissioners: • Phyllis Green, 4A01 • Stacey Lincoln, 4A02 • Stephen Whatley, 4A03 • Patience Singleton, 4A04 • Candace Nelson, 4A06 • Marlene Moss, 4A07 • Pavan Khoobchandani, 4A08 1. Approval of Administrative Matters (Agenda, Minutes, and Consent Agenda) a. Approval of the agenda as amended was moved by Commissioner Nelson and seconded by Commissioner Green. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. b. Approval of the June 2021 meeting minutes was moved by Commissioner Khoobchandani, seconded by Commissioner Moss. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. c. Approval of the Quarterly Financial Report for Q3 2020, Q4 2020, Q1 2021, and Q2 2021 was moved by Commissioner Whatley, seconded by Commissioner Lincoln. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. 2. Community concerns – Residents/Commissioners raised comments/concerns including the following: a. DDOT will be hosting Open Street again this year on October 2, 10am to 3pm 3. Non-Consent Calendar Resolutions and Letters: a. ANC 4A letter to ABRA dated July 15, 2021 regarding ABRA Application #112422 (Qategna, Inc). Moved by Commissioner Singleton, seconded by Commissioner Green. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. b. Resolution #4A-07-13-21-01 - Requesting Installation of Speed Humps on 18th Street NW, Quincy Street NW, and Argyle Terrace NW in Crestwood. Moved by Commissioner Khoobchandani, seconded by Commissioner Moss. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. c. Grant Application for Crestwood Citizens Association for $1000 for doggie waste bags. Moved by Commissioner Khoobchandani, seconded by Commissioner Nelson. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. 4. Presentations and Reports • Christopher Powell (DC Recovery Unity Alliance) and Alisa Molyneaux of Emory Beacon Of Light presented regarding how to support neighbors with substance abuse issues. • Commissioner Whatley mentioned a special SMD meeting on July 21, 2021 from 7-8:30pm on Zoom with Toll Brothers regarding the development of townhouses at Walter Reed at the intersection of Georgia Ave. NW and Fern St. NW. • Commissioner Nelson mentioned rat control abatement on the 1200 block of Rock Creek Ford Road NW. • Commissioner Singleton mentioned that the Attorney General is suing the owners of multifamily properties on Somerset and Sheridan St. NW for unsafe conditions, and noted that there is no SMD Commissioner for that area. • Commissioner Lincoln mentioned an upcoming Georgia Avenue cleanup. A motion to adjourn was moved and seconded. It passed without objection. The meeting was adjourned at 8:16pm.

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JANUARY Minutes – Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A January 5, 2016 Regular Public Meeting The meeting was held at the Ft. Stevens Recreation Center, 1300 Van Buren Street NW. Commissioner Stephen Whatley, Chair (and ANC 4A03) called the meeting to order at 7:02 PM. Also present were Commissioners 4A01 Acqunetta Anderson, 4A02 Dwayne Toliver, 4A04 Patience Singleton, 4A07 Dave Wilson, and 4A08 Gale Black. Commissioner 4A05 Kim Worthy was absent. A quorum was present for all votes. 1) Approval of the Agenda Commissioner Whatley asked for any amendments to the agenda. He asked that consideration of Councilmember Anita Bonds’ Condominium Owners Bill of Rights legislation be removed and postponed to the February 2, 2016 meeting. There was no objection. Commissioner Black asked that the Jewish Primary Day School be moved up to first on the agenda, followed by the Alley Closure resolution. There was no objection. Commissioner Black moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 6 yes, 0 no. 2) Election of Officers Commissioner Andre Carley, ANC 4B01, conducted the election of officers for 2016. Commissioner Whatley nominated Commissioner Black for Chair. There were no other nominations. Commissioner Black was elected unanimously, 6 yes, 0 no. Commissioner Black nominated Commissioner Wilson for Vice-Chair. There were no other nominations. Commissioner Wilson was elected unanimously, 6 yes, 0 no. Commissioner Whatley nominated Commissioner Braxton for Treasurer. There were no other nominations. Commissioner Braxton was elected unanimously, 6 yes, 0 no. Commissioner Whatley nominated Commissioner Singleton for Secretary. Commissioner Singleton declined the nomination. Commissioner Black nominated Commissioner Anderson for Secretary. There were no other nominations. Commissioner Anderson was elected unanimously. Commissioner Black assumed the Chair. 2) Approval of 2016 Meeting Schedule Commissioner Black moved that the Commission approve the following meeting schedule for 2016: All meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of the month, at the Ft. Stevens Recreation Center, 1300 Van Buren Street N.W., beginning at 7:00 PM. February 2 (alternate severe weather date: February 10) March 1 (alternate severe weather date: March 9) April 5 (alternate severe weather date: April 13) May 3 June 7 July – No meeting August – No meeting September 6 October 4 November 1 December 6 Commissioner Whatley seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously, 5 yes, 0 no. 2) Approval of Minutes Commissioner Black moved that the minutes of the September 1, 2015 meeting be approved. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 5 yes, 0 no. Commissioner Black presented the minutes for the November 3, 2015 meeting. Commissioner Whatley noted that the minutes should read that he moved to table consideration of the September and October minutes, not postpone them. There was no objection to the correction. Commissioner Singleton noted that she either abstained or voted no on the application for a zoning variance at 7300 Georgia Avenue. Commissioner Black noted that she had voted no. There was no objection to these corrections. Commissioner Whatley moved that the November 3, 2015 minutes be approved as corrected. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 5 yes, 0 no. Commissioner Black presented the minutes for the December 1, 2015 meeting. Commissioner Black moved to approve the December 1, 2015 minutes. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. Commissioner Whatley said that the staff representative for Councilmember Brandon Todd was Sherryl Newman. Her name will be corrected in the minutes. Megan Kanagy is the DDOT staff person. Her name will be corrected. Commissioner Tolliver asked about the 16th Street Circle resolution, which had not yet been inserted into the minutes. It was not yet available. Commissioner Black moved that the consideration of the December 2015 minutes be postponed to the next meeting so that the resolution can be added. There was no objection. 3) FY 2015 4th Quarter Report Commissioner Whatley moved that the Commission approve the FY 2015 4th Quarter Report. Commissioner Wilson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously, 6 yes, 0 no. 4) ANC Security Fund Commissioner Black moved that the Commission approve participation in the 2016 ANC Security Fund, approve the Security Fund agreement, and approve the payment of a $25.00 participation fee. Commissioner Wilson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously, 6 yes, 0 no. 6) Purchase of Office Safe Commissioner Black moved that the purchase of a safe for the office be approved. Commissioner Whatley seconded the motion. The motion was approved unanimously, 6 yes, 0 no. 7) Jewish Primary Day School Application to Board of Zoning Adjustment for Variance and Special Exception Following a presentation by representatives of the Jewish Primary Day School (JPDS) and their attorney, Mr. Marty Sullivan, and questions and discussion, Commissioner Wilson moved that the Commission adopt a resolution supporting the JPDS application to the Board of Zoning Adjustment. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously, 6 yes, 0 no. The adopted resolution: Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A (the Commission) takes note of the following: · The Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation’s Capital (the Applicant), located in single-member district ANC 4A07, has applied to the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) for variance relief and special exception approval under the D.C. Zoning Regulations to permit it to expand at its northern campus located at 6045 16th Street N.W., ANC 4A07, including the addition of the middle school grades seven and eight. · The Application proposes an increase in the maximum student enrollment from 275 students to 350 students and an increase in the maximum allowable staff from 56 to 72. · Currently, 140 students who attend the Applicant’s school live in the District of Columbia; of those, seventy-six students live in Ward 4. · The application requests a variance from the off-street parking requirements of 48 spaces, which is based on the staff cap of 72 persons. The Applicant proposes to provide 36 parking spaces on-site and 25 spaces off-site, including 8 on-site spaces which comply with all zoning requirements, including size, access and location requirements, and 28 other spaces which do not fully comply with all the requirements of the Zoning Regulations, including 7 compact tandem spaces, and 21 full-sized tandem spaces. The 25 off-site parking spaces will be located at Ohr Kokesh Synagogue located at 8300 Meadowbrook Lane in Chevy Chase, Maryland. A staff person will shuttle staff to and from the school. · The Applicant has a subsidized bus program by which it subsidizes ridership to incentivize use of the bus program. Seventy-five percent of the students at the north campus use the program, which reduces the traffic caused by the school. · The requested expansion will permit the establishment of a middle school that will serve children in 7th and 8th grades, in addition to the existing grades 2-6. · The Applicant also requests variance relief from the lot occupancy requirements of the Zoning Regulations, as the proposed addition will result in a building lot occupancy of 43.87%, which is 3.87% over the maximum permitted forty percent, and from the loading berth and loading platform requirements. · The Applicant is also requesting special exception approval under the roof structure provisions of the Zoning Regulations, in order to provide two separate rooftop equipment enclosures, rather than one single, larger enclosure; and special exception approval for the height of a proposed retaining wall on the property, which will be two feet above the maximum height of six feet for a thirty-foot portion, and which is being provided to support a required ADA walk-way on site. · The Applicant has duly and properly notified affected residents. Leaflets announcing its expansion plans were widely distributed in the community. (Exhibit A attached) In addition, the Applicant presented its plans to the Sixteenth Street Heights Civic Association (SSHCA). In response, Mr. Pedro Rubio, SSHCA President, sent a letter to the Applicant stating that it “had strengthened our neighborhood as a whole. . .” and that SSHCA is “very appreciative of [the Applicant’s] recent community outreach and improvement efforts this past year and looks forward to continued collaboration with your teachers, parents and students in the following months and years.” (Exhibit B attached) · In addition, the Applicant has presented its plans to the Shepherd Park Citizens Association (SPCA). In response, Mr. Mark Pattison, President of SPCA, sent a letter to the Commission stating that the Applicant parents “contribute to a generations-long tradition of civic activism and betterment that makes Shepherd Park, Colonial Village, North Portal Estates and the surrounding neighborhoods better places to live.” Mr. Pattison also stated: “I’m satisfied with the purpose behind the request, and the thoughtful effort made into fulfilling the needs of their growing student body. I can add that the other SPCA officers in attendance at our meeting also appeared to be satisfied, and nary a discouraging word was heard at the October 20 Shepard Park Citizens Association meeting.” (Exhibit C attached) RESOLVED: Ø That Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A determines that the special exceptions and variances requested by the Applicant create no adverse or unacceptable impacts on the residents of ANC 4A or on the Applicant’s programs, activities or missions as they relate to the children. Ø That the Commission understands that residents and community groups within the boundaries of ANC 4A have strongly recognized and appreciated the Applicant’s mission and commitment to its neighboring communities, and have expressed support for this application for special exceptions and variances. Ø That the Commission finds that its residents will benefit by having additional opportunities to obtain the education that is provided by the Jewish Primary Day School, and that approving this application would be in the best interests of eligible residents of ANC 4A as well as residents of the District of Columbia generally. FURTHER RESOLVED: That the Commission supports this application for special exception and variance and strongly recommends that the BZA approve it. FURTHER RESOLVED: That Commissioner Dave Wilson, ANC 4A07, is hereby authorized to serve as the Commission’s representative in all matters relating to this resolution. FURTHER RESOLVED: That, in the event the designated representative Commissioner cannot carry out his representative duties for any reason, the Commission authorizes the Chairperson to designate another Commissioner to represent the Commission in all matters relating to this resolution. FURTHER RESOLVED: Consistent with DC Code §1-309, only actions of the full Commission voting in a properly noticed public meeting have standing and carry great weight. The actions, positions and opinions of individual commissioners, insofar as they may be contradictory to or otherwise inconsistent with the expressed position of the full Commission in a properly adopted resolution or letter, have no standing and cannot be considered as in any way associated with the Commission. 8) Alley Closure-Alaska Avenue NW, Square 2736, Lots 0035, 0036 Commissioner Anderson moved that the Commission adopt a resolution supporting the erection of barriers at the entrances to the alley at Alaska Avenue NW, Square 2736, Lots 0035, 0036. Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. Commissioner Anderson noted that, although the alley has been officially closed for years, vehicles still use it, posing safety concerns for pedestrians. Following extended discussion, the motion was not adopted, 3 yes, 3 no. Commissioner Anderson requested and it was agreed that the resolution would be considered at the next meeting following clarification of current ownership of the alley. 9) Mayor’s Homelessness Initiative – Resolution of Support Commissioner Whatley moved that the Commission adopt a resolution supporting the Mayor’s Homelessness Initiative. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. Following discussion and questions, Commissioner Whatley withdrew his motion and agreed to present the resolution again at the February meeting following clarification of some language. 10) Settlement Agreement – Desta Ethiopian Restaurant, ABRA 098818, 6128 Georgia Avenue N.W. Commissioner Whatley moved that the Commission approve a settlement agreement with the Desta Ethiopian Restaurant. Commissioner Toliver seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 4 yes, 0 no, 2 abstain. Community Concerns 1) Mr. Michael Sindram stated his support for Councilmember Anita Bonds’ Condominium Owners Bill of Rights legislation. 2) Ms. Annie Whatley expressed her concern about the continuing problem of poor maintenance of the Walter Reed site. 3) Mr. Kevin O’Day informed the Commission of his application to the Board of Zoning Adjustment for a variance to construct a deck on the rear of his house and of the upcoming BZA hearing. 4) Ms. Olie Alao, 16th and Oglethorpe Streets, expressed her concern about escalating violence and vandalism in her neighborhood. 5) Ms. Diane Epstein, Fern Street, called the Commission’s attention to the dangers of crossing 16th Street NW. Drivers are not stopping for pedestrians in the crosswalks. Presentations and Reports 1) Mr. Khalil Thompson, Ward 4 Liaison for Mayor Muriel Bowser, gave a report on current issues and concerns being addressed by the Mayor. 2) Ms. Sherryl Newman, representing Councilmember Todd, gave an update on issues of concern to Ward 4. Commissioner Anderson moved that the meeting be adjourned. Commissioner Whatley seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 9:02 PM.

FEBRUARY Minutes – Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A February 2, 2016 Regular Public Meeting The meeting was held at the Ft. Stevens Recreation Center, 1300 Van Buren Street NW. Commissioner Gale Black, Chair (and ANC 4A08) called the meeting to order at 7:01 PM. Also present were Commissioners 4A01 Acqunetta Anderson, 4A04 Patience Singleton, and 4A07 Dave Wilson. Commissioner 4A02 Dwayne Toliver, Commissioner 4A03 Steve Whatley and Commissioner 4A05 Kim Worthy were absent. A quorum was present for all votes. Commissioner Black noted the absence of a quorum at 7:02 PM. A quorum was established at 7:17 PM. 1) Approval of the Agenda Commissioner Anderson moved to amend the agenda by removing the alley closure resolution. There was no objection. Commissioner Black moved to approve the agenda as amended. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 5 yes, 0 no. 2) Approval of Minutes Commissioner Black asked the Commission to review the draft minutes of the January 5, 2016 meeting. Commissioner Anderson noted that, under item #8 on page 6, her name was misspelled and should be corrected. Commissioner Singleton asked that, under item #7, Jewish Primary Day School, on page 4, her statement that the Brightwood Community Association did not support the JPDS application because it did not get requested information on how many students at the school lived in Brightwood be included. There was no objection to these corrections. Commissioner Black moved that the January 5, 2016 meeting minutes be approved as corrected. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 5 yes, 0 no. 3) Alley Closure-Alaska Avenue NW, Square 2736, Lots 0035, 0036 Following extensive public comment and discussion, Commissioner Black moved that ANC 4A will not consider any resolution to close the subject alley at any time. Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 5 yes, 0 no. 4) FY 2016 1st Quarter Report Commissioner Black asked that consideration of the 1st Quarter Report be deferred to the March 1, 2016 meeting. There was no objection 5) FY 2016 Budget Commissioner Braxton moved that the Commission approve the FY 2016 budget as entered into the quarterly report. Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 4 yes, 0 no 1 abstain. 7) Mayor’s Homelessness Initiative Commissioner Black moved that the Commission adopt a resolution, sponsored by Commissioner Whatley, supporting the Mayor’s Homelessness Initiative. Commissioner Wilson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 4 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain. The adopted resolution: Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A (the Commission) takes note of the following: Mayor Muriel Bowser’s administration has launched a plan to make homelessness rare, brief and non-recurring in the District of Columbia. The Mayor’s FY 2016 budget includes $145 million in locally funded homeless assistance resources to support this plan. The plan includes closing DC General Hospital and replacing it with smaller, more dignified community-based emergency housing located across the District in every Ward. The plan proposes to make shelter available to families who need it when they need it, no just during hypothermia alerts. The plan includes “A New Lease on Life,” a program to provide affordable apartment units for families currently experiencing homelessness by providing subsidies to participating landlords. The plan proposes to prevent or decrease the amount of time that families experience homelessness by connecting them more quickly with housing and supports. The plan proposes to provide safety to families whose eligibility for shelter or other homeless services cannot be quickly determined by creating “interim eligibility” placements into shelter. The plan proposes to clarify the role of emergency housing and its configuration as apartment-style or private room. WHEREAS, the DC Department of Human Services, Homeless Services Program has been remiss in overseeing the provision of homeless services to individuals and families in the District of Columbia, including: · DC Housing Search · Employment · Health · Transportation · Mental Health · Shelters · Substance Abuse RESOLVED: That Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A strongly supports this initiative and urges its full implementation throughout all Wards of the city. FURTHER RESOLVED: That the District offer "wrap-around services" including a Homeless Early Warning System, so that families whose economic well-being is marginalized, can be assisted BEFORE they reach a homeless state FURTHER RESOLVED: In addition to subsidies for landlords, that those families to whom the District offers housing assistance also receive reinforced and expanded home management lessons and services, including best practices in financial management, budgeting and housekeeping. FURTHER RESOLVED: That the District complete a reinforced and expanded assessment of the needs of families for literacy, numeracy, physical and mental health care, job training and job placement and offer services to strengthen the economic and social well-being of the adults and children within the household. That the District develops and implements short-term and long-term plans to mitigate any shortcomings in the aforementioned. FURTHER RESOLVED: That Commissioner Stephen A. Whatley, ANC 4A03 is hereby authorized to serve as the Commission’s representative relating to this resolution. FURTHER RESOLVED: That, in the event the designated representative Commissioner cannot carry out his representative duties for any reason, the Commission authorizes the Chairperson to designate another Commissioner to represent the Commission in all matter relating to this resolution. 8) 16th Street Transit Study Following extensive discussion, Commissioner Black suggested deferring consideration of R4A-16-0201, Recommendations Regarding Proposed Changes in 16th Street NW Bus Service to the March 1, 2016 meeting. There was no objection. Community Concerns 1) Residents communicated their concerns regarding two packs of uncontrolled, aggressive and vicious dogs roaming the streets and attacking people and other dogs in Crestwood. Mr. Raymond Noll, Director of Field Services for DC Animal Control and Ms. Shakira Richardson, DC Department of Health Animal Services, and Metropolitan Police Department 4th District Commander Will Manlapaz responded to resident concerns. 2) Residents expressed their concerns regarding the closure of an alley opening onto Alaska Avenue NW. Many expressed opposition to the erection of barriers at the openings of the alley. Presentations and Reports 1) Mr. Khalil Thompson, Ward 4 Liaison for Mayor Muriel Bowser, gave a report on current issues and concerns being addressed by the Mayor. 2) Ms. Sherryl Newman, representing Councilmember Todd, gave an update on issues of concern to Ward 4. 3) Mr. Stacey Lincoln, representing Councilmember Orange, discussed the recent blizzard and other issues of concern to Ward 4. 4) Deputy Fire Chief David Foust presented information on the Hands on Heart program and the contracting of a third-party ambulance service to assist DC Fire/EMS in emergency response. Commissioner Black moved that the meeting be adjourned. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:56 PM.

ANC 4A SEPTEMBER 2012 MEETING MINUTES Not available.

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