ANC 4A DECEMBER 2015 MEETING MINUTES Minutes – Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A December 1, 2015 Regular Public Meeting The meeting was held at the Ft. Stevens Recreation Center, 1300 Van Buren Street NW. Commissioner Stephen Whatley, Chair (and ANC 4B03) noted the absence of a quorum at 7:05 PM. He called for community comments and concerns, and reports from the Councilmember and Mayor’s office, along with other reports. A quorum was established at 7:39 PM and Chair Whatley called the meeting to order at 7:40 PM. Also present were Commissioners 4A01 Acqunetta Anderson, 4BA04 Patience Singleton, 4A06 Karrye Braxton, and 4A08 Gale Black. A quorum was present for all votes. Commissioners 4A02 Dwayne Tolliver, 4A05 Kim Worthy and 4A07 Dave Wilson were absent. 1) Approval of the Agenda Commissioner Whatley moved to approve the agenda. Commissioner Black noted that the resolution regarding the PEPCO/Exelon merger settlement agreement on the agenda approved the merger, but the Commission had not voted to rescind its previous vote in opposition to the merger. She opposed reconsideration of the vote to oppose the merger and asked that the resolution be removed from the agenda. Commissioner Whatley called for a vote on the question of keeping the Exelon-PEPCO merger settlement agreement on the agenda. The vote was 2 in favor of keeping it and 3 in favor of removing it. The merger issue was removed from the agenda. 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 noted the following corrections to the October 6, 2015 minutes: on page two, section VI, 1, the sentence beginning “Commissioner Braxton struck….” and the following sentence should read: “Commissioner Braxton struck language regarding density, rules of measurement, vehicle parking and car sharing. Commissioner Wilson revised language relating to density. . . .” Commissioner Black moved that the October 6, 2015 minutes be approved as corrected. Commissioner Whatley seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 5 yes, 0 no. 3) 16th Street Circle Traffic Safety Resolution Commissioner Anderson moved that the Commission adopt a resolution recommending that additional traffic safety measures be installed at the 16th Street Circle at the intersection of Eastern Avenue NW and the East-West Highway, and that DDOT and Maryland work together to redesign the circle to improve safety. Commissioner Black seconded the motion. Following extended discussion, the motion was adopted, 3 yes, 2 no. 4) Alley Closure – Alaska Avenue and 15th Street NW, Square 2732 Commissioner Anderson presented a resolution requesting that DDOT install barriers at the ends of an alley located at Alaska Avenue NW in Square 2732 that has already been closed by DDOT. The barriers will improve pedestrian safety. Following discussion, Commissioner Black moved to postpone consideration of the resolution to the January 5, 2016 meeting. Commissioner Braxton seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 3 yes, 1 no, 1 abstain. Community Concerns 1) A constituent asked about maintenance of the Walter Reed site. She said the grounds were not being maintained properly. The grass Is not being cut and vegetation is not being trimmed. The grounds are not being cleaned. She wanted to know who is responsible for maintenance and cleanup. Commissioner Whatley responded that the U.S. Army is still responsible for maintenance until the property is transferred to the District government. 2) Mr. Kevin O’Day, 1616 Webster Street NW, asked the Commission to support his application for a special exception under the Zoning Regulations to construct an outside deck. Mr. O’Day’s property is located in Commissioner Black’s single-member district (4B03). Commissioner Black said she did not think there was any reason for the Commission to comment on the application since there is no objection to the deck. Presentations and Reports 1) Mr. Randall Clark, Director, Walter Reed Local Redevelopment Authority, reported on upcoming events and the Committee’s schedule. 2) Megan Kanagy, Transportation Planner, District Department of Transportation, presented information on plans to improve bus service on 16th Street NW. 3) Ms. Cheryl Newman, representing Councilmember Todd, gave an update on issues of concern to Ward 4. 4) Mr. Khalil Thompson, Ward 4 Liaison for Mayor Muriel Bowser, gave a report on current issues and concerns being addressed by the Mayor. Commissioner Whatley moved that the meeting be adjourned. Commissioner Braxton seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 8:42 PM.

ANC 4A SEPTEMBER 2015 MEETING MINUTES Minutes – Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A September 1, 2015 Regular Public Meeting NOTE: A record of commissioners making motions or seconding motions is not available for these minutes. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM, Commissioner Stephen Whatley, Chair (and ANC 4A03) presiding. It was held at the MPD’s 4th District Community Room, 6001 Georgia Avenue, NW. Also present were Commissioners 4A01 Acqunetta Anderson, 4A02 Dwayne Tolliver, 4A04 Patience Singleton, 4B06 Karrye Braxton, 4A07 Dave Wilson, and 4A08 Gale Black. A quorum was present for all votes. Commissioner 4A05 Kim Worthy was absent. Approximately 25 community members attended the meeting. 1) Approval of the Agenda It was moved and seconded that the agenda be approved as presented. The agenda was approved by vote. Chair Whatley announced that the next meeting of the Commission would be held on Tuesday, October 6, 2015, at the Ft. Stevens Recreation Center. 2) Contract for Office Manager It was moved that a contract between James H. Irwin and the Commission hiring him to provide services as the Commission’s office manager be approved. The contract provides for Mr. Irwin to work 20 hours per week for one year at a salary of $16.50 per hour. The contract may be renewed at the discretion of the Commission. The motion was seconded and approved unanimously 3) Installation of Traffic Calming Measures on Aspen Street It was moved that the Commission request the District Department of Transportation to install traffic calming devices (speed humps) on Aspen Street NW between 14th and 16th Streets NW. The motion was seconded and approved unanimously. 4) Grant Application – Shepherd Park Elementary School PTA - $500.00 Representatives of the Shepherd Park Elementary School PTA presented their application for a grant of $500.00 to purchase percussion musical instruments for the music program at the school. It was moved that the Commission approve the application. The motion was seconded and approved. 5) Settlement Agreement – Decadence Café It was moved that the Commission approve a settlement agreement with the Decadence Café, 6204 Georgia Avenue NW, which is applying for a license to sell beer and wine. The motion was seconded and approved, 6 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain. 6) Desta Café – Liquor License Application It was moved that the Commission protest the application of the Desta Café, 6128 Georgia Avenue NW, to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board for a liquor license, including music and dancing. The motion was seconded and approved, 6 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain. 7) Application for Consolidated Planned Unit Development – 7828 Georgia Avenue N.W. It was moved that the Commission recommend to the Zoning Commission approval of an application for a Consolidated Planned Unit Development at 7828 Georgia Avenue N.W. The motion was seconded. The application is submitted by Douglas Development Corporation and affects the area bordered by Georgia Avenue NW, Kalmia Road NW and Eastern Avenue NW. It proposes the closing of an alley completely contained within this area. Following a presentation from Douglas Development and discussion, the motion was approved, 5 yes, 2 no. 8) Walter Reed Site Historic Preservation Master Plan Following a presentation by representatives of Urban Atlantic regarding their historic preservation plan for the Walter Reed site, it was moved that the Commission recommend to the Historic Preservation Review Board that the plan be approved. The motion was seconded and unanimously approved. Presentations and Reports 1) Councilmember Brandon Todd, Ward 4, discussed current issues affecting the Ward, including projects to help reduce crime, and answered questions from Commissioners and the audience. 2) Mr. Kahlil Thompson, Executive Office of the Mayor, reported on the Mayor’s “Safer, Stronger DC” Initiative and other current issues. The meeting was properly adjourned by seconded motion..

SEPTEMBER Minutes – Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A September 6, 2016 Regular Public Meeting Approved October 4, 2016 The meeting was held at Grace Episcopal Church, 4300 16th Street NW. Commissioner Gale Black, Chair (and ANC 4A08) called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM. Also present were Commissioners 4A01 Acqunetta Anderson, 4A02 Dwayne Toliver, 4A03 Stephen Whatley, 4A04 Patience Singleton, 4A06 Karrye Braxton, and 4A07 Dave Wilson. Commissioner 4A02 Dwayne Toliver was absent. A quorum was present for all votes. 1) Approval of the Agenda Commissioner Black moved to approve the agenda. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 7 yes, 0 no. 2) Presentation and Resolution 4A-16-0905 Seeking Guidance for Residents Regarding DC Marijuana Laws Following a presentation by Mr. Tony Townes, Director of Community Engagement for the Office of the Attorney General and Ms. Antonia Weathers, an attorney in Housing and Community Justice Section, Office of the Attorney General, Commissioner Anderson moved that the Commission adopt a resolution recommending changes in the law governing use of marijuana in the District of Columbia. Commissioner Braxton seconded the motion. Following discussion and Commissioner Anderson’s acceptance of friendly amendments, the resolution was adopted, 6 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain. The adopted resolution: WHEREAS, ANC 4A is concerned with illegal use of marijuana on private property and the use of announced gaming at home parties with prizes of marijuana to attract large groups at private parties and advertising such private parties on social media to large groups; WHEREAS, recently in Single Member District (SMD) 4A01, an individual held a large private marijuana party which generated traffic, noise and disruption of the peace and quiet. More than 200 guests attended the party, which also included marijuana raffling sales and the advertising of the party on social media; WHEREAS, a second party was held at a second private home in ANC 4A01 in July 2016 with approximately 350 people in attendance. Further, ANC4A01 residents expressed concerns regarding the party noise and the second-hand marijuana smoke traveling into their homes. This was potentially harmful to the children and senior citizens who suffered illnesses who reside nearby. WHEREAS, the Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (ANCs) are the bodies of government with the closest ties to the people and they are expected to advise the city on issues including fees , taxes, zoning social services programs, health, emergency preparedness, economic development, transportation and infrastructure issues; WHEREAS, ANC 4A is an interested party and stakeholder. ANC 4A covers more than 16,000 DC residents and includes the Ward 4 neighborhoods of Bright wood, Colonial Village, North Portal Estates, Cre3stwood, Shepherd Park, and a portion of Sixteenth Street Heights; WHEREAS, the issues and concerns raised in the recommendations of the Commission shall be given great weight during the deliberations of the government entity, and great weight requires acknowledgement of the Commission as the source of the recommendations and explicit reference to each of the Commission’s issues and concerns [DC> Official Code § 1-309.10©(3)(A)]; WHEREAS, we understand that it is legal for a person who is at least 21 years old to: · Possess two ounces or less of marijuana; · Transfer one ounce or less of marijuana to another person who is at least 21 years old, so long as there is no payment made or any other type of exchange of goods or services; · Cultivate within their residence up to six marijuana plants, no more than three of which are mature; · Possess marijuana-related drug paraphernalia—such as bongs, cigarette rolling papers, and cigar wrappers—that is associated with one ounce or less of marijuana; or · Use marijuana on private property. WHEREAS, we understand that a person can still be arrested for: · Selling any amount of marijuana to another person; · Possessing more than two ounces of marijuana; · Operating a vehicle or boat under the influence of marijuana; or · Smoking, eating or drinking marijuana – or holding or carrying a light roll of paper or other lighted smoking equipment filled with marijuana—in any public space such as: on any street, sidewalk, alley, park, or parking area; · In a vehicle on any street, alley, park or parking area; or · Any place to which the public is invited. Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A (the Commission) takes note of the following: · Some studies indicate that marijuana use may have serious long-term effects, especially when used by children or teens. · Marijuana use while pregnant may pose health risks to the fetus. · Home cultivation is permitted of up to three mature plants or six mature plants in a household with multiple adults who are 21 and over. Up to one ounce of marijuana can be shared so long as there is no exchange of money, goods or services. · Subject to existing restrictions on noise and occupancy levels, there is no prohibition on the use of marijuana by multiple people—each of whom must be 21 years of age or older—in the same residence. At no time should there be two ounces or more of marijuana per adult. RESOLVED: · That ANC 4A seek the advice of the Attorney General to advise the Commission and the public about our options and any buffer law governing marijuana parties, schools, private homes, senior facilit4ies and child care facilities. · That ANC 4A recommends that the D.C. Council of the District of Columbia consider amending the D.C. marijuana laws to provide greater clarity to the police and the public, and, as follows: o Prohibit marijuana gaming (e.g. raffling) or any other monetary incentives for the purposes of exchanging or sharing marijuana; o Place restrictions on the times and circumstances at which private household can host such parties and provide homeowners and residents, especially children, with protections to safeguard the public health and welfare. · That ANC 4A strongly recommends that the D.C. Council consider, and provide great weight to, the Commission’s concerns as expressed herein. FURTHER RESOLVED: That Commissioner Acqunetta Anderson, 4A01, is hereby authorized to serve as the Commission’s representative regarding this resolution and any matters relating to marijuana parties in her single-member district 4A01, on behalf of ANC 4A. 3) Public Space Occupancy Permit Application – Curb Cut – 1373 Tuckerman Street N.W. Following a presentation from the applicant, Mr. Peter Millard, and comments and concerns from residents of the neighborhood, Commissioner Singleton moved that the Commission approve a letter to the Public Space Committee opposing the application to construct a curb cut at 1373 Tuckerman Street N.W. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 5 yes, 0 no, 2 abstain. The approved letter: September 8, 2016 Mr. Matthew Marcou Chair, Public Space Committee District Department of Transportation Public Space Management Branch 1100 4th Street S.W. / Second Floor Washington, D.C. 20024 RE: Public Space Permit Application, 1373 Tuckerman Street N.W. Dear Chair Marcou: At its regularly scheduled meeting on September 6, 2016 (notice of which was properly given, and at which a quorum of seven of seven members was present) Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A voted unanimously (7 yes, 0 no) to approve this letter expressing the Commission’s opposition to a public space permit application for a curb cut and driveway across public space at 1373 Tuckerman Street N.W. We oppose the curb cut and driveway for a variety of reasons. Foremost, the applicant has off-street parking for at least two vehicles behind his home which is readily accessible by the alley adjoining his property. The applicant has not provided a justification why rear parking is insufficient. Next, the location of the proposed curb cut and driveway along this particular portion of Tuckerman Street would have a negative impact on parking and the general aesthetics of the neighborhood. Parking is at a premium on the 1300 block of Tuckerman. The addition of a curb cut opening would exacerbate parking issues along the block by decreasing parking capacity on this street by at least one or two cars. Moreover, the close proximity of the homes and small front yards suggests that front driveways were not envisioned for this section of the neighborhood. The character of the neighborhood would change with this addition since no other homes along the 1300 block of Tuckerman have front-facing driveways. Lastly and most importantly, it appears that the applicant is ineligible for a curb cut and driveway. According to the DDOT Design and Engineering Manual, Chapter 31.2.3.1, “a new curb cut or driveway shall not be permitted from any property with alley access or with potential access through an alley widened onto private property or with potential access to an expanded alley network on private property unless the applicant provides documentation that demonstrates that alley access is not possible due to topography or that alley access would be in conflict with existing land uses and not supported by guidelines in the Comprehensive Plan.” As discussed above the applicant’s property is located next to an alley and has sufficient parking for at least two cars in the rear (see attached pictures). In closing, a curb cut and driveway along the 1300 Block of Tuckerman are not well-justified uses of public space. Due to the considerations explained above, we respectfully request that you deny this curb cut and driveway application. Thank you for affording great weight to the views and feedback of the Commission on this curb cut and driveway application. Should you wish to discuss this letter with the Commission, please feel free to contact Patience Singleton, Commissioner for Single-Member District 4A04. Sincerely, Gale Black, ANC 4A08 Chairperson cc: Commissioners, ANC 4B Hon. Brandon Todd, Councilmember, Ward 4 Mr. Gottlieb Simon, Executive Director, Office of Advisory Neighborhood Commissions Mr. Peter Millard, Applicant, 1373 Tuckerman Street N.W. 4) R4A-16-0903 - Request to Downzone 1101, 1103, 1107, and 1109 Fern Street NW from RA-2 (formerly R-5-B) to R-2 Commissioner Whatley moved that the Commission adopt a resolution requesting and recommending that four addresses on Fern Street N.W. be downzoned from RA-2 to R-2. Commissioner Black seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 7 yes, 0 no. The adopted resolution: WHEREAS, pursuant to applicable District laws, each Advisory Neighborhood Commission ("Commission") may advise the Council of the District of Columbia, the Mayor and each executive agency, and all independent agencies, boards and commissions of the government of the District of Columbia with respect to all proposed matters of District government policy, including, but not limited to, decisions regarding planning, streets, recreation, social services programs, education, health, safety, budget, and sanitation which affect that Commission area [D.C. Official Code §§ 1-309.lO(a)]; WHEREAS, proposed District government actions include actions of the Council of the District of Columbia, the executive branch, or independent agencies, boards, and commissions. In addition to those notices required in D.C. Official Code §§ 1-309.lO(a), each agency board and commission shall, before the award of any grant funds to a citizen organization or Committee, before the transmission to the Council of a proposed revenue bond issuance, or before the formulation of any final policy decision or guideline with respect to grant applications, comprehensive plans, requested or proposed zoning changes, variances, public improvements, licenses, or permits affecting said Commission area, the District budget and city goals and priorities, proposed changes in District government service delivery, and the opening of any proposed facility systems, provide to each affected Commission notice of the proposed action as required by D.C. Official Code §§ 1-309.IO(b); WHEREAS, the issues and concerns raised in the recommendations of the Commission shall be given great weight during the deliberations by the government entity, and great weight requires acknowledgement of the Commission as the source of the recommendations and explicit reference to each of the Commission’s issues and concerns [D.C. Official Code §§ l-309.10(c)(3)(A)]; WHEREAS, the Advisory Neighborhood Commissions ("ANCs") are the bodies of government with the closest ties to the people and they are expected to advise the city on issues, including fees, taxes, zoning, social service programs, health, emergency preparedness, economic development, transportation and infrastructure issues; WHEREAS, Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A (the Commission) takes note of the following: • The houses on Fern Street NW from Georgia Avenue NW to Alaska Avenue are zoned differently (Exhibits 1, 2 and 3 - definitions) • 1101, 1103, 1107, and 1109 Fern Street are zoned RA-2 (formerly 5-R-B). • The remainder of the residences in the 1100 block of Fern Street are zoned R-2. • The houses in the 1200 and 1300 blocks of Fern Street are zoned R-1-B. • Proposed changes to buildings in the 1100 block of Fern Street are contrary to the design of the other buildings in the block. There will be a stark visual contrast. (Exhibit 4) • R-5-B zoning is contrary to the approved Walter Reed town house zoning immediately across the street. The sightlines will be diminished in all directions. • The Walter Reed town house zoning heights and widths are in line with the current heights and widths of the houses in the 1100 block of Fern Street NW. • The neighbors immediately adjacent to 1101 Fern Street vehemently oppose the new design. • The residents of 1103, 1107, and 1109 Fern Street NW, along with a majority of the remaining neighbors in the 1100 block of Fern Street NW, signed a petition, concurring with the down zoning. (Exhibit 5) RESOLVED: • That Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A strongly requests that the 1101, 1103, 1107, and 1109 Fern Street NW be downzoned to R-2. FURTHER RESOLVED: • That DCRA, OP, and BZA take action to freeze all actions, including permits, until the down zoning request has been resolved. FURTHER RESOLVED: • That Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A will complete all requirements and submit BZA Form 101 – Application/Petition To Amend the Zoning Map requesting down zoning. (Exhibit 6) FURTHER RESOLVED: That Commissioner Stephen A. Whatley is hereby authorized to serve as the Commission’s representative. FURTHER RESOLVED: That, in the event the designated representative Commissioners cannot carry out her 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. 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. 5) R4A-16-0904 - Recommendations Regarding Reconsider and Vacate Zoning Commission Order No. 849(D), ZC Case No. 97-16C, Lowell School, PUD Modification @ Square 2745F Commissioner Anderson moved that the Commission adopt a resolution recommending that the Zoning Commission reconsider its Order No. 849(D) allowing a modification of the Lowell School Planned Unit Development. Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. Following discussion, the motion was not adopted, 3 yes, 4 no. Following further discussion, Commissioner Whatley moved that the Commission reconsider its vote on the motion. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 6 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain. Commissioner Anderson moved that the Commission adopt the resolution recommending that the Zoning Commission reconsider its Order No. 849(D) Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. The motion was adopted by roll call vote, 5 yes, 0 no, 2 abstain. The roll call vote: YES NO ABSTAIN 4A01 Anderson 4A07 Wilson 4A02 Toliver 4A03 Whatley 4A08 Black 4A06 Braxton 4A04 Singleton The adopted resolution: WHEREAS, proposed District government actions include actions of the Council of the District of Columbia, the executive branch, or independent agencies, boards, and commissions. In addition to those notices required in D.C. Official Code §§ 1-309.10(a), each agency board and commission shall, before the award of any grant funds to a citizen organization or group, before the transmission to the Council of a proposed revenue bond issuance, or before the formulation of any final policy decision or guideline with respect to grant applications, comprehensive plans, requested or proposed zoning changes, variances, public improvements, licenses, or permits affecting said Commission area, the District budget and city goals and priorities, proposed changes in District government service delivery, and the opening of any proposed facility systems, provide to each affected Commission notice of the proposed action as required by D.C. Official Code §§ 1-309.10(b); WHEREAS, the issues and concerns raised in the recommendations of the Commission shall be given great weight during the deliberations by the government entity, and great weight requires acknowledgement of the Commission as the source of the recommendations and explicit reference to each of the Commission’s issues and concerns [D.C. Official Code §§ l-309.10(c)(3)(A)]; WHEREAS, the Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (“ANCs”) are the bodies of government with the closest ties to the people and they are expected to advise the city on issues, including fees, taxes, zoning, social services programs, health, emergency preparedness, economic development, transportation and infrastructure issues; WHEREAS, the ANC 4A is an interested party and stakeholder. ANC 4A covers more than 16,000 DC residents and includes the Ward 4 neighborhoods of Brightwood, Colonial Village, North Portal Estates, Crestwood, Shepherd Park, and Sixteenth Street Heights; WHEREAS, Section 3030.1 of the Zoning Regulations, 11 DCMR § 3030.1, provides for an expedited procedure known as the Consent Calendar which allows the Commission, “in the interest of efficiency, to make, without public hearing, minor modifications and technical corrections to previously approved final orders, rulemaking, or other actions of the Commission, including corrections of inadvertent mistakes”; WHEREAS, Section 3030.2 of the Zoning Regulations, 11 DCMR § 3030.2, provides that “minor modifications shall mean modifications of little or no importance or consequence”; WHEREAS, Section 3030.13 of the Zoning Regulations, 11 DCMR § 3030.13, provides that “[a]ll relief granted by the Commission under this section shall be consistent with the intent of the Commission in approving its original order, map, plan, rulemaking, or other action or relief proposed to be modified or corrected and shall not substantially impair the intent, purpose, or integrity of the zone plan”; WHEREAS, It also appears that Lowell’s proposed “minor” modification is not consistent with the two options for the play area set forth in Zoning Commission Order No. 849-B. Under 849-B. the Applicant Failed to: • Withhold the Lowell’s Application until a subsequent scheduled public meeting could be held and, in the interim, reach out to the Commission 4A and nearby residents; • Hold discussions concerning the minor modification with the Community Relations Council (including neighbors on the Council who previously appeared before submitting their application for a minor modification to the Zoning Commission); • mail written notice of its intent to file the Application to owners of all property within 200 feet of the perimeter of the property in question; • Notify the Commission 4A of the Zoning Commission scheduled public hearing on July 11, 2016 thwarting ANC 4A opportunity to express its positions or concerns before the Zoning Commission at the July 11, 2016 public hearing. In addition, the proposed modification is not in accordance with § 3030.13 because it seeks to change the intent of the previously approved Zoning Commission Order No. 849-B. In that order, which was issued in 2010, the Commission developed a well-defined time frame for the execution of the PUD with the intent of giving Lowell ample time to complete the PUD and the neighbors notice of what they could expect and how long they could expect the work to last, providing finality and fairness to all concerned parties. Order No. 849-B specifically states at page 27: “The PUD approved by the Commission shall be valid for a period of two years from the effective date of this order. Within such time, an application must be filed for a building permit as specified in 11 DCMR § 2409.1. Construction shall begin within three years of the effective date of this order. An application for the final building permit completing the work approved herein shall be filed within three years of the issuance of the certificate of occupancy for the Parkside building, but no later than six years from the effective date of this Order.” The effective date of Order 849-B is November 26, 2010; therefore, the deadline for Lowell to apply for its final building permit is November 26, 2016. RESOLVED:  That, the ANC4A seeks reconsideration of the approved SMD4A01 Commissioner to hold a scheduled public meeting(s) to discuss Lowell’s modification project, mitigation measures and how, if any, the project will impact the vegetation, barriers, noise and safety as well as potential adverse consequences to the adjoining nearby neighbors.  It is critical that a public meeting is held.  The ANC4A seeks the reconsideration of the Zoning Commissions Order No. 849-B to be vacated and that the record be opened for the public to discuss with Lowell how the modification project will impact on “the changes in landscaping that was to buffer parking areas from nearby residences.  That the Commission 4A strongly recommends that the Zoning Commission grant the reconsideration request and vacate the Commission’s Order No. 849(D) approving Lowell’s Application for a Minor Modification, and provide great weight to, the Commission’s concerns as expressed herein; and  Schedule a public hearing in connection with Lowell’s PUD modification application, ZC Case No. 97-16C. FURTHER RESOLVED: That ANC Commissioner Acqunetta Anderson, (ANC 4A01) is hereby authorized to serve as the Commission’s representative in all matters relating to this resolution. 6) Consent Agenda Commissioner Black presented the consent calendar, which included the following items: 1. Consensus—that ANC 4A associate with comments offered by the Council of 100 in response to Zoning Commission Case No. 08-06—Text Amendments for Deviations and Modifications Permitted and minimum Land Area for Planned Unit Developments 2. Consensus—Crime—that ANC 4A recognize the good work done by police and first responders, but highlight our concern regarding public health, due to recent shooting of a child at Emory Recreation Center and other crimes impacting ANC 4A over the summer. 3. Consensus—that ANC 4A notify the Mayor’s Office that we would like the city to keep the record open so that we have the time to submit comments on the DC Livability Study to permit us to address this and other transportation-related issues at the ANC 4A October meeting. 4. Consensus—that our next ANC 4A meeting to be held at the 4D police station on Georgia Avenue N.W. on Tuesday, October 4, 2016. 5. Consensus—DDOT Tracking Number 181979—If no objection raised at this meeting, permit the SMD Commissioner for ANC 4A03 to respond to the application to occupy public space for the purpose of adding a driveway and retaining wall at 6735 16th Street N.W. 6. Consensus—ABRA License Request No. 003055. Preserve ANC 4A’s right to take action with regard to a hearing set for October 24, 2016. Authorizing the SMD Commissioner for SMD 4A02 to provide notice and protest and/or engage in actions, including settlement discussions regarding this request from E and K, Inc. (Champion Kitchen), 7730 Georgia Avenue N.W. 7. Consensus that ANC 4A extend the contract of the office manager, but clarify the terms with more specificity. Current contract remains in effect. 8. Consensus—FY 2017 budget should be developed in time for the October ANC 4A meeting. 9. Consensus—Additional time be made available for providing comments on amendments to the ANC statute. Commissioner Whatley moved that the consent agenda be approved. Commissioner Anderson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously, 7 yes, 0 no. 7) FY 2016 Third Quarter Financial Report Commissioner Braxton presented the FY 2016 Third Quarter Report. She moved that the report be approved. Commissioner Toliver seconded the motion. The motion was adopted. 6 yes, 0 no, 1 abstain. Community Concerns 1. Ms. Mary Lourde, At-large member of the State Board of Education, announced the development of a new accountability system for DC public schools, and encouraged all residents to provide input. 2. Ms. Monica Goletani, President of the Brightwood Neighborhood Association, expressed concern about the recent increase in crime at recreation centers. She urged that the Commission support stronger presence by the Metropolitan Police Department and more staffing for recreation centers to deter crime. Presentations and Reports 1) Mr. Phillip McAuley, Ward 4 Liaison for Mayor Muriel Bowser, gave a report on current issues and concerns being addressed by the Mayor. 2) Commissioner Black moved that approval of the minutes of the June 7, 2016 meeting be postponed to the October 4, 2016 meeting. There was no objection. The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 PM.

ANC 4A MAY 2022 MEETING MINUTES 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. Commissioner Singleton called the meeting to order at 7:04pm. A quorum was present, including the following Commissioners: • Stacey Lincoln, 4A02 • Stephen Whatley, 4A03 • Patience Singleton, 4A04 • Candace Tiana Nelson, 4A06 • Pavan Khoobchandani, 4A08 1. Approval of Administrative Matters (Agenda, Minutes, and Consent Agenda) a. Approval of the agenda as amended was moved by Commissioner Whatley and seconded by Commissioner Khoobchandani. Approved 5 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. 2. Non-Consent Calendar Resolutions and Letters: a. N/A 3. Presentations and Reports a. Captain Porter gave the report for the Metropolitan Police Department, Fourth District, and reported on current law enforcement issues in ANC 4A. b. Councilmember Lewis George gave the report for Councilmember Lewis George’s office. Key points were about proposed new legislation including abandoned vehicles legislation, Green New Deal for Housing, Lead Free DC, medical marijuana industry, and I71 in DC c. Anthony Mitchell gave the report for Mayor Bowser’s office. d. State Board of Education Ward 4 Representative Frazier O’Leary spoke on school/education issues including HVAC issues at many schools. e. Commissioner Whatley presented regarding the Home Rule Music Festival at the Parks at Walter Reed on June 11, 2022. Commissioner Singleton moved that the meeting be adjourned, and it was seconded by Commissioner Khoobchandani. It was passed without objection, and the meeting adjourned at 8:28pm.

ANC 4A MARCH 2013 MEETING MINUTES MINUTES of March 5, 2013 ANC 4A MEETING Fort Stevens Recreation Center, Van Buren and 13th Streets, NW, Washington, DC Meeting called to order by Commissioner Toliver at 7:20 PM. Commissioners Black (4A08), Bennett (4A04), Wilson (4A07), Toliver (4A02), Braxton (4A06), Anderson (4A01), and Whatley (4A03) were in attendance. Approximately 25 persons were in attendance from the community. I. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS a. Commissioner Toliver announced that all ANC 4A meetings are recorded by the Office Manager to have a record of the proceedings. In the event that anyone requests to record the meetings he asked that they identify themselves and the purpose for which they want to record the meetings. b. Commissioner Whatley moved that the agenda for March 5, 2013 be accepted. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Anderson. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. c. Commissioner Bennett moved that minutes of the February 5, 2013 meeting be approved. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Wilson. All in favor. Motion passed. d. Commissioner Whatley reported on the quarterly report for the period ending December 31, 2012 stating the balance of the checking account was $28,364.76 and $40,238.41 in savings. i. Commissioner Toliver moved to accept the quarterly report for the period ending December 31, 2012. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Braxton. ii. Motion passed with a 5-1-1 vote with Commissioner Black opposed and Commissioner Anderson abstaining. e. Commissioner Toliver reported that the ANC 4A lease is expiring at the end of this month. Douglas Development is willing to lease space to ANC 4A for $200/month plus utilities on a month-to-month basis at 7820 Eastern Avenue NW. i. There are no matters before the commission concerning Douglas Jamal properties. In the event that there were any matters brought to the commission, ANC 4A would have to disclose or forgo voting on those matters as they would affect them. ii. There was discussion. Commissioner Whatley moved to end further discussion in the interest of time. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Braxton. Motion passed 5-1-1 with Commissioner Black objecting and Commissioner Anderson abstaining. iii. Commissioner Toliver moved for ANC 4A to authorize him to enter into a lease at 7820 Eastern Avenue NW on the terms that have been outlined and to do so subject to minor variations and no substantive changes. Commissioner Braxton seconded the motion. iv. Motion passed 5-2 with Commissioners Bennett, Wilson, Toliver, Braxton, and Whatley in favor. Commissioners Black and Anderson objected. f. Commissioner Toliver moved that ANC 4A approve the amended budget submitted by Commissioner Whatley for the period March 5 through September 30, 2013. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Braxton. Roll Call Vote: Commissioner Black – no, Commissioner Bennett – yes, Commissioner Wilson – yes, Commissioner Toliver – yes, Commissioner Braxton – yes, Commissioner Anderson – no, Commissioner Whatley – yes. Motion passed 5-2 with Commissioners Black and Anderson disagreeing with the removal of grants from the budget. Commissioner Toliver explained that due to the decreased allocation from the city, the commission had previously voted to suspend grants for the year. g. Commissioner Toliver made the public aware that Commissioner Anderson was tape recording the meeting. Commissioner Toliver moved that this ANC, amongst its procedures, require that if any commissioner or individual is recording the meeting that it be disclosed to the public. Motion seconded by Commissioners Braxton and Wilson. All in favor. Motion passed unanimously. II. PRESENTATIONS a. Joy Holland announced that Councilmember Bowser is now chair of the economic development committee. i. WMATA owns a number of properties in the city and there’s going to be a roundtable in reference to requiring WMATA to consider affordable housing options in all future development. ii. Kalmia Culvert Project. Although DDOT was supposed to start relatively soon (this fiscal year), they are delaying until they have a contract in operation until mid-May. They will not do anything until they have all tools and construction materials to move forward with that bridge. Looking at a start date of June 2013. Commissioner Anderson reported that she was informed by DDOT that a start date will be September 2013. iii. 16th Street Circle. There have been a number of meetings with Valerie Irving from Montgomery County at Shepherd Park. DDOT has met with MD state highway authority and decided to divvy up who is going to do what. Maryland will be responsible for design and construction and DDOT will be responsible for keeping it up. Traffic signals will be under DDOT’s purview, but Maryland will decide how the traffic signals are going to register. There will be a Memorandum of Understanding that DDOT will draft for Maryland to review. Hopefully it will be signed in April 2013. iv. Commissioner Black is against the use of the Budget Support Act allowing the city to take out of your tax refund any outstanding traffic violations. v. Commissioner Anderson moved that Councilmember Bowser be required to respond to a 2011 constituent letter from Michael Sindram in a timely manner. There was no second. The motion did not move forward. b. Serve DC - Juan Thompson, Outreach Specialist from the Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism. This agency is dedicated to promoting service within the District of Columbia. i. Serve DC is comprised of the Office of Volunteerism, the DC Commission on National and Community Service, and Emergency Support. ii. Visit www.serve.dc.gov to learn more about the agency. c. Keith Hollman from the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Engagement warned attendees about impending snowstorm. If you have an issue, Mr. Hollman can be reached at 202-340-7853. d. The Mayor’s 2013 Budget Town Hall Meeting will be held on April 18th from 6:30 – 8:30pm at Brightwood Education Campus at Missouri and 13th Street NW. Commissioner Toliver moved that ANC 4A be a sponsor of this event. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Whatley. All in favor. Motion passed. III. COMMUNITY CONCERNS a. Patience Singleton inquired about ANC 4A office hours and how a constituent would go about obtaining records. Commissioner Toliver responded that there are no set office hours and that the public is welcome to submit a request for copies of records. b. Michael Sindram wants it noted for the record that he gives Commissioner Anderson permission to record his comments. c. ANC 4A is seeking to fill the vacant ANC 4A05 position. The election is April 23rd. IV. COMMISSIONER DISCUSSIONS/PRESENTATIONS a. Commissioner Whatley moved that ANC 4A accept the petitions from the residents and recommend approval of the installation of rumble strips or speed humps on Aspen Street, NW (between 14th and 16th Streets). Espinola Hughes of 1432 Aspen Street NW appeared on behalf of this matter. Motion passed 5-2 with Commissioners Braxton and Wilson abstaining. b. The Missouri Avenue Market (located at Georgia and Missouri avenues) has applied to increase its alcohol sales hours from 9am – 10pm to 7am – Midnight. i. A representative from the Brightwood Community Association reported she heard mixed responses from residents through an informal survey. ii. Commissioner Whatley moved that ANC 4A send a letter to the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration arguing that the Missouri Avenue Market’s request to increase hours for alcohol sales is a “substantial change” that should require public notification. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Bennett. All in favor. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 9:07 PM. ANC 4A COMMISSIONERS ANC 4A01 Commissioner Acqunetta Anderson 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, Secretary Brightwood ANC 4A05 Vacant Fort Stevens and Brightwood ANC 4A06 Commissioner Karrye Braxton, Vice-Chair 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, Marian Bennett (ANC 4A04), Secretary

DECEMBER Minutes – Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A December 6, 2016 Regular Public Meeting Approved January 3, 2017 The meeting was held in the Community Meeting Room, Metropolitan Police 4th District Headquarters, 6001 Georgia Avenue N.W. Commissioner Gale Black, Chair (and ANC 4A08) called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM. Also present were Commissioners 4A01 Acqunetta Anderson, 4A03 Stephen Whatley, 4A04 Patience Singleton, and 4A07 Dave Wilson. Commissioners 4A02 Dwayne Toliver and 4A06 Karrye Braxton were absent. A quorum was present for all votes. 1) Approval of the Agenda Commissioner Whatley moved to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Wilson seconded the motion. The motion was approved, 5 yes, 0 no. 2) Approval of Quarterly Report Commissioner Whatley moved to approve the FY 2016 4th Quarter Report. Commissioner Wilson seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 4 yes, 1 no. 3) Resolution: R4A-16-1201 Lowell School PUD Extension of Time Commissioner Anderson moved that a resolution supporting the Lowell School application for an extension of time for their planned unit development with a letter outlining an agreement between the Lowell School and neighbors attached be adopted. The motion failed for lack of a second. Commissioner Black moved that the Commission adopt a resolution supporting the Lowell School application for an extension of time for their planned unit development, deleting the phrase “we find this agreement to be reasonable” from the Resolved paragraph and with no letter attached. Commissioner Whatley seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously, 5 yes, 0 no. Commissioner Anderson moved to adopt the resolution with the letter from Lowell School describing its agreement with neighbors attached as an exhibit. Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. The motion was not adopted, 2 yes, 3 no. The adopted resolution: Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A (the Commission) takes note of the following: The Lowell School, 1640 Kalmia Road N.W., Washington, D.C., (the Applicant) has applied for an extension of time for their planned unit development approved by Zoning Commission Order No. 849-B (ZC97-16A) which expired on November 26, 2016. The Applicant cites several reasons for this request: · A two-year delay in beginning the project due to a modification approved in 2012. · Delays in the demolition of the Fraser Building. · Delays due to an application for a minor modification to the proposed parking and play area which was approved but then vacated by the Zoning Commission in September, 2016 based upon the Commission’s finding that the proposed modification was a modification of significance for which a hearing should be held. The Applicant no longer intends to make the modifications requested in its application for a minor modification but rather will proceed as stated below due to consultations with the community and the feedback received. · Lowell and the community have engaged in discussions to reach a mutually agreeable resolution and have agreed as follows: (1) Rather than seeking modification of previously approved plans, Lowell will proceed only with the construction of the play area and parking area shown on Plan B, as approved in Exhibit 51 (Tab B), Sheet A2-3.01-3 in Zoning Commission Case No. 97-16A (Order No. 849-B); and (2) the community will consent to Lowell’s application for an extension of one year for Order No. 849-B (ZC97-16A). RESOLVED: Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A (the Commission) finds this request for an extension of time to be reasonable, commends the Applicant and the community for working together to reach such a resolution, and supports the application of Lowell School for an extension of time to November 26, 2017 to complete its planned unit development. The Commission recommends that the Zoning Commission approve this application. At this point, Commissioner Anderson left the meeting. Commissioner Whatley noted that according to DC Code §1-309.11(b)(1), a quorum of the Commission is determined based on a majority of sitting single-member district commissioners, so long as a majority of single-member districts are represented. The current number of occupied single-member districts is seven. A quorum of the Commission is therefore four commissioners. Commissioner Black noted the presence of a quorum and proceeded to the next agenda item. 4) Resolution: R4A-16-1203 Recommendations regarding DC Public Schools Application to the Board of Zoning Adjustment for a Special Exception to construct a rooftop penthouse at Shepherd Elementary School, 7800 14th Street NW Following a presentation from Mr. Eupert Braithwaite, Department of General Services, Commissioner Black moved that the Commission adopt a resolution supporting its application for a special exception. Commissioner Whatley seconded the motion. The motion was adopted, 4 yes, 0 no. Commissioner Black again noted the presence of a quorum. The adopted resolution: RESOLVED: That ANC 4A supports the application of Shepherd Elementary School for a special exception from the Zoning Regulations to construct a rooftop penthouse to house building equipment, including heating and air conditioning equipment, and to eliminate the construction of rooftop screens, as shown in documentation from their application, attached. 5) Resolution: Walter Reed Building 14, Abrams Hall, HPRB Review Following a presentation from Mr. Chapman Todd and Ms. Anne Merica, Help USA, Commissioner Whatley moved that the Commission address a letter to the Historic Preservation Review Board stating that it does not oppose the proposed design changes for the exterior of Abrams Hall as described to the Commission. Commissioner Black seconded the motion. The motion was adopted unanimously, 4 yes, 0 no. The approved letter: Hon. Gretchen Pfaehler, AIA Chairperson Mr. Tim Dennee Architectural Historian Historic Preservation Review Board 1100 4th Street, SW, Suite E650 Washington, DC 20024 RE: Building 14, Abrams Hall, Walter Reed Army Medical Center Historic District – Exterior Alterations Dear Chairperson Pfaehler and Mr. Dennee: At its regularly scheduled meeting on December 6, 2016 (notice of which was properly given, and at which a quorum of four of seven members was present) Advisory Neighborhood Commission 4A (the Commission) voted (4 yes, 0 no) to advise the Historic Preservation Review Board as follows: The Commission heard a presentation from the Applicant, HELPUSA, regarding their proposed changes to the exterior of Abrams Hall. The Applicant answered questions from the Commission and the public. The Commission has no objection to the proposed changes as presented by the Applicant. Pursuant to applicable District laws, each Advisory Neighborhood Commission ("Commission") may advise the Council of the District of Columbia, the Mayor and each executive agency, and all independent agencies, boards and commissions of the government of the District of Columbia with respect to all proposed matters of District government policy, including, but not limited to, decisions regarding planning, streets, recreation, social services programs, education, health, safety, budget, and sanitation which affect that Commission area [D.C. Official Code §§ 1-309.l0(a)]; The Commission submits this letter under the provisions of DC Code 1-309.10(a) through 1-309.10(h)(1), which require, among other things, that Advisory Neighborhood Commission recommendations be given “great weight” by DC government agencies, that DC government agencies “articulate with particularity and precision the reasons why the Commission does or does not offer persuasive advice under the circumstances. In doing so, the government entity must articulate specific findings and conclusions with respect to each issue and concern raised by the Commission.” Sincerely, Gale Black, ANC 4A08 Chairperson Community Comments and Concerns There were no community comments or concerns. Presentations and Reports 1) Mr. Philipp McCauley, Executive Office of the Mayor, gave a report on current issues and projects of concern to the Mayor’s office. 2) Ms. Sheryl Newman, Chief of Staff, Ward Four Councilmember Brandon Todd, reported on current issues and projects of concern to the Councilmember. The meeting was adjourned at 8:56 PM.

ANC 4A JUNE 2022 MEETING MINUTES 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. Commissioner Singleton called the meeting to order at 7:04pm. A quorum was present, including the following Commissioners: • Phyllis C. Green, 4A01 • Stacey Lincoln, 4A02 • Stephen Whatley, 4A03 • Patience Singleton, 4A04 • Candace Tiana 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 Singleton and seconded by Commissioner Whatley. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. b. Approval of the meeting minutes for April and May 2022 was moved by Commissioner Khoobchandani and seconded by Commissioner Moss. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. 2. Non-Consent Calendar Resolutions and Letters: a. Ceremonial Resolution honoring Bruce Johnson – Moved by Commissioner Lincoln, seconded by Commissioner Nelson. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. b. Resolution In Support of The Parks at Walter Reed - Building L – Design Concept - Moved by Commissioner Whatley, seconded by Commissioner Khoobchandani. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. c. Resolution In Support of Senior Citizen Bus Support - Moved by Commissioner Whatley, seconded by Commissioner Moss. Approved 7 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstentions. a. Resolution in Support of Special Exception for 1630 Nicholson St NW Proposed Addition - Moved by Commissioner Whatley. Approved by roll call vote: i. Green - Nay ii. Whatley – Aye iii. Nelson – Abstain iv. Moss – Aye v. Khoobchandani – Nay vi. Singleton – Aye 3. Presentations and Reports a. Captain Porter gave the report for the Metropolitan Police Department, Fourth District, and reported on current law enforcement issues in ANC 4A. b. James Lewis gave the report for Councilmember Lewis George’s office. Key points were about the DC budget especially with respect to Ward 4 schools. c. Yamileth Escobar gave the report for Mayor Bowser’s office. Key points were about upcoming events. d. State Board of Education Ward 4 Representative Frazier O’Leary spoke on school/education issues including money in the DC budget for Ward 4 schools. e. Lock7 Development presented regarding 7428 Georgia Avenue NW. Commissioner Singleton moved that the meeting be adjourned, and it was seconded by Commissioner Nelson. It was passed without objection, and the meeting adjourned at 9:34pm.

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 OCTOBER 2015 MEETING MINUTES MINUTES OF October 6, 2015 ANC 4A COMMISSION MEETING Location: Ft. Stevens Recreation Center, 1327 Van Buren Street, NW, Washington, DC Commissioners Present: Anderson (SMD 4A01), Toliver (SMD 4A02), Whatley (SMD 4A03), Singleton (SMD 4A04), Braxton (SMD 4A06), Wilson (SMD 4A 07), and Black (SMD 4A08). Absent: Worthy (SMD 4A05). Approximately 25 community members attended the meeting. I. CHAIR INTRODUCTIONS & ANNOUNCEMENTS 1. Call to Order and Commissioner Introductions. At 7:08 pm, Chair Whatley called the meeting to order, requested proper decorum and civility of all meeting participants, explained the procedures for ANC 4A's meetings, then requested that the Commissioners present identify themselves. 2. Ouorum. With 7 Commissioners present, a quorum was established. II. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS 1. Agenda. Chairman Whatley requested that the Commissioners review the agenda and provide their comments. Commissioner Black moved to change the order of the agenda to provide for an earlier discussion of the zoning regulations. It was seconded by Commissioner Braxton. Commissioner Black moved to approve the consent agenda (Handicapped parking meters on Georgia Avenue near Missouri, 14th Street Bus resolution). After Commissioners discussed, reordered and deleted certain agenda items, Commissioner Braxton moved to approve the agenda, as amended; Commissioner Whatley seconded the motion. The Commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda. 2. Next Meeting — November 3rd — Brightwood Education Campus III. COMMUNITY CONCERNS 1. Serve DC Snow Teams. Alice King (Mayor's Office) requested volunteers for the winter snow team. Volunteers help to shovel snow for elderly residents. Three recruitment meeting schedules (October 14, November, December). Residents were invited register online. 2. Roz Hall. Ward 5 resident informed attendees of the senior property tax deferral program. Complained that few residents know of the benefit and urged city to do more to inform citizens of the program. He also raised an issue regarding DC Water. Commissioner Whatley indicated that DCWASA would be present at the November ANC4A meeting. 3. Doris Dutch (Resident of ANC 4). Raised concerns about broken and neglected sidewalk curbs on the 1300 block of Van Buren. She complained that city has not come out to address this safety issue. Commissioners Whatley and Singleton agreed to follow up. IV. DISCUSSIONS/PRESENTATIONS 1. Zoning Regulations. Commissioner Black presented, for commission approval, a resolution opposing the recent zoning regulation rewrite. During her presentation, Commissioner Black mentioned that it was an extensive rewrite that involved numerous changes that could have negative consequences for residents in ANC 4A. She cited 175 new "by right residential uses," including commercial businesses, increased density, expanded rights for corner stores, accessory apartments, alley uses, etc. Commissioner Black moved to have the resolution and addendum approved. Commissioner Anderson seconded. Commissioner Wilson, Braxton, and Toliver opposed the resolution as drafted. Opposition primarily centered on the resolution's density discussion they support increased density in ANC 4A — and the perceived over-inclusiveness of the resolution. Commissioner Singleton supported to resolution and noted that neighborhoods such as Forest Hills have obtained exemptions from the zoning changes. Commissioner Black reminded the Commission of the need to balance property rights in 4A with the desire to increase density, etc. envisioned by the new zoning regulations. Resident Anne Gilyard opposed the zoning changes. Resident Doris Dutch opposed certain aspects of the rewrite but supported corner stores. After considerable discussion, including a proposal to table the issue, Commissioner Black agreed to accept written changes from Commissioners in order to obtain Commission support. Commissioner Braxton struck language regarding opposition to increased density. Commissioner Wilson revised language relating to { ]. Commissioner Black moved to approve the resolution opposing the zoning commission recommendation and the addendum. Commissioner Anderson seconded. Motioned carried 6 to 1. Commissioners Anderson, Whatley, Singleton, Braxton, Wilson and Braxton supported. Commissioner Toliver opposed. 2. Whole Foods. Scott Allshouse, Regional President (and managers from the four stores in Washington, DC) appeared on behalf of the Whole Foods, which is interested in having a site at the Walter Reed facility. They said that they were interested in building a store at the Walter Reed site and were negotiating with Hines. They said that there were still a lot of details to be worked out. They indicated that the stores provide high quality products and invests in the communities where their stores are located. Whole Foods regularly donates 5% of sales back into communities, make food donations, and utilizes local suppliers (nearly 800 within 100 miles of DC). Whole Foods provided snacks for attendees and offered trick or treat bags filled with locally produced items). 3. Questions. Resident James Harvey asked about the high cost of Whole Food products and whether people in the neighborhood would be able to afford the prices. Whole Foods indicated that they have items at all price points and particularly noted that the cost of organic items was decreasing. Resident Douglas Stalworth asked whether Whole Foods was concerned that new stores could cannibalize existing stores in DC and Silver Spring. Whole Foods noted that many of the shoppers at their other locations live in ANC 4A and anticipated that an additional store would relieve some of the congestion, particularly at the Silver Spring and P Street locations. Resident Minna Williams asked if Whole Foods was working with a particular developer. Whole Foods reminded the audience that Hines (the developer) will select the grocer. Resident Annie Whatley asked about the size of the store. Whole Foods answered that the P Street store is the largest in DC with 30,000 sq. ft. The store at Walter Reed would be larger (in the neighborhood of 50,000 sq. ft.). Commissioner Wilson requested information on recruiting workers from the neighborhood. Whole Food mentioned that its practice in DC is hire locally and referenced the managers in attendance. Commissioner Whatley indicated that in the coming months, ANC4A would vote to recommend the selection of either Whole Foods or Wegman's. 4. Mi Casa presentation. Representatives from Mi Casa requested an ANC4A support letter for a loan for the 5610 Colorado Avenue Cooperative. The Coop is requesting $2 million from DHCD for 36 unit affordable housing. Commissioner Wilson moved that the commission approve and draft a letter. Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. Motion approved by voice vote. 5. 16th Street NW transit priority study. Megan Kenagy from DDOT presented on the planning study proposal to improve transit performance and reliability for 16th Street from Arkansas to H Street. Four pop-up events over the next few weeks are expected. DDOT is soliciting comments on the draft by October 21. Selection of the preferred alternative expected in January 2016. 6. Questions. Resident Doris Dutch asked if WMATA had already conducted a study. WMATA conducted a study a number of years ago. Commissioner Wilson asked about the effectiveness of dedicated towing. Commissioner Singleton reiterated the need for regular towing along 16th street during rush hour. DDOT indicated that the agency is exploring a number of options, including mounting cameras on metro buses to take pictures and automatically issue parking tickets to violators. Commissioner Black asked about alternatives 2 and 3 on the draft chart. Commissioner Whatley asked if DDOT wanted a resolution. DDOT indicated that it was not requesting a resolution at this time. 7. Councilman Brandon Todd. Discussed legislation to provide tax incentives in the form of rebates for purchase of security cameras (intended to help deter and aid in the solving of crimes). He also mentioned that the council voted on a plan to supplement FEMS call capability and service by utilizing a contracted third party vendor (1 year program). The Councilman mentioned that he has introduced four bills involving the following issues: senior legal clinic, Kennedy Street revitalization committee, renaming of Emory Recreation Center, and disposition of Walter Reed. 8. le Street Bus resolution. Commissioner Braxton moved to approve resolution supporting an express bus along 14th street. Commissioner Wilson seconded. Approve by voice vote. 9. Handicapped meters along Georgia Avenue. Commissioners Braxton requested a support letter for the parking meters installed on Georgia Avenue across from Walmart. She indicated that she had received revisions from Commissioner Toliver regarding the proposed support letter. Commissioner Singleton indicated she also submitted changes and that her support was contingent upon including language limiting ANC4A support to parking only for those vehicles displaying disabled or elderly tags or placards issued by a governmental entity. After agreeing to incorporate the changes, Commissioner Braxton moved to approve the letter. Commissioner Wilson seconded the motioned. Motion approved by voice vote. 10. MISU. Owner of MISU salon, Tya Blout, introduced herself and invited residents to patronize her new business located at 7619A Georgia Avenue NW. MISU offers make-up artistry and skin care services. 11. Adjourn. Commissioner Whatley moved to adjourn the meeting; Commissioner Singleton seconded the motion. Motion unanimously passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 PM. Patience Singleton, SMD 4A04 For Secretary

ANC 4A OCTOBER 2013 MEETING MINUTES Not available.