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For the September month the ANC 2C (Advisory Neighborhood Commission) will meet tomorrow night in the MLK Library (9th and G St NW) at 6:30 pm (Lower level – Room A-3). On to the full agenda as delivered to us by the Penn Quarter Neighborhood Association:
Agenda
Call to Order
Quorum
Approval of Agenda
Approval of July Meeting Minutes
Treasurer’s Report and Business Items
Brief Community Announcements and Presentations
1. The New Zoning Regulations ” ZRR” by the Office of Planning www.dcoz.dc.gov
The public is encouraged to submit comments on the proposed text by email via a PDF to zcsubmissions@dc.gov or on line, or by mail by 5:00pm, September 25.
2. Byte Back, a charitable organization, by Monique Riviera and Neil Rickard
Local Events Impacting Community
1. Run to Remember 5K, Saturday, October 10. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. Joey Farmery, jfarmery@eventage.net, 773-344-7102
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration Licensing
1. Burn by Rocky Patel, 477 H St., NW; ABRA 099947, Retailer’s Class “C” Tavern, Petition Date: September 28, 2015. Presented by Stephen O’Brien, 202-625-7700 with comments by Max Brown, of 475 H St., NW
2. Imperial Wine and Spirits, 620 12th St., NW; ABRA 084123, Retailer’s Class “A” Liquor Store. Contact Chrissie Chang 703-992-3994, Bernard Dietz, 202-548-8000
Transportation, Zoning, and Public Space
1. NPS requested Metro station name change from Smithsonian to Natl Mall/Smithsonian, Eliza Voigt, eliza_voigt@nps.gov
2, Bicycle Lanes, 12th St.. NW from Pennsylvania Ave. to L St. Presented by Mike Goodno, DDOT. Mike.Goodno@dc.gov, 202-671-2740
3. 800 K St NW, Presentation of Proposed Design. Frank Pinto, fpinto@ccorpusa.com, 240- 234-0019
4. Application to Occupy Public Space for the Purpose of Paving, DDOT Tracking Number 113301; 1015 K St NW, Washington, DC 20001. Douglas Development Corp. David Fontana, 703-691-1100.
5. Capitol Crossing, Third Street Tunnel, Update by Tony Robinson, Third Street Tunnel Project. www.3rdsttunnel.com, trobinson@robinsonpublicaffaires.com
Upcoming Neighborhood Events
Papal Visit, Wednesday, Sept. 24, St. Patrick’s, 10th & G streets, & Catholic Charities. 924 G St.
Tour de Cure, Saturday, September 26, 13th and Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Race for Every Child, Saturday, October 3, Freedom Plaza
Navy Run, Sunday, October 4, Navy Memorial, 701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Run to Remember, Saturday, October 10, National Law Enforcement Memorial Fund
Army Ten Miler, Sunday, October 11, Via Independence, Pa., and Constitution avenues
Columbus Day, Monday, October 12, Public Holiday.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Run, Saturday, October 17, 13th and Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Meeting Adjournment
Next meeting: Monday, October 19, 2015, 6:30pm – This is a change from the regular meeting date, which falls on Columbus Day
Questions
ANC 2C01 – John Tinpe, 2C01@anc.dc.gov
ANC 2C02 – Harold Closter, 2C02@anc.dc.gov
ANC 2C03 – Jeffrey Higgins, 2C03@anc.dc.gov
Tadich Grill To Open On October 1 (10th St and Penn Ave NW)
We’ve followed the prime space at 1001 Pennsylvania Ave NW ever since Ten Penh closed in 2011 and the 2013 announcement that the Tadich Grill announced it would take over the space . Confirmation today came in the form of a press release that the Tadich Grill will open on Thursday, October 1, 2015. On to the release:
TADICH GRILL TO OPEN IN THE DISTRICT IN SEPTEMBER
Iconic San Franciscan Restaurant Comes to Pennsylvania AvenueWashington, DC [September 14, 2015] — After 167 years, America’s third oldest, continuously operating restaurant, Tadich Grill, will open its doors on the East Coast on Thursday, October 1 at the corner of 10th and Pennsylvania Ave, N.W. (1001 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20004).
DC Shorts Film Festival Is Underway!
It’s September and time for the DC Shorts Film Festival to descend on Penn Quarter – tickets are available here. We have more details below!
DC Shorts Film Festival 2015
Largest Short Film Festival on East Coast Returns to DC for 12th Year
September 10-20, 2015
The 2015 DC Shorts Film Festival showcases one of the largest collection of short films in the USA. Out of 1,300 entries from around the globe, programmers selected 125 unique films that reflect the 24 nations they represent — to bring a world view to Washington, DC.
Enjoy the festival in person at venues in Downtown Washington, DC — or sit back and watch over 100 selections in the comfort of your home, office — or on the go! Online access is only available during the festival, and will be turned off at midnight, September 20.
FILMS: Films range in subjects and genres but all are shorts, 2 to 30 minutes long.
PARTIES: DC Shorts Film Festival would not be complete without their parties, celebrating filmmakers and audience members alike. Tickets for the opening night weekend, City View Party (at Carroll Square) and Der Biergarten (at Goethe-Institut) will feature great views, light refreshments and special drink selections. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older.
What
DC Shorts Film Festival – 125 short films from 24 countries, special showcases, competitions and parties. A full list of films, showcases and events are listed online at www.dcshorts.com.
Where
Landmark E Street Cinema: 555 11th Street, NW, WDC
U.S. Navy Memorial Burke Theater: 701 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, WDC
When
September 10-20 – Website (www.dcshorts.com) for full schedule.
Penn Quarter N’hood Ass’n Breakfast – Thur, Sep 17 (Topic: N-S Bike Lane To Downtown DC)
By e-mail we were notified of the next Penn Quarter Neighborhood Association breakfast meeting. There is no cost to attend. Please indicate if you heard of this meeting from Penn Quarter Living:
Penn Quarter Neighborhood Association Breakfast Meeting
Thursday, September 17, 8:30 amLocation
Carmine’s (Family Style Italian Restaurant)
425 7th Street, NW
Metro: Gallery Pl-Chinatown, exit 7th and F or Archives-Navy Mem’l-Penn QuarterAgenda
Continental Breakfast: 8:30 – 8:55am
Brief Announcements: 9:00am
Speaker begins after AnnouncementsSpeakers + Topic
Darren Buck
DC Dept. of Transportation – Project ManagerDarren will bring us up to date on DDOT’s study to identify a north-south protected bike lane route connecting Shaw and the Howard University area to Penn Quarter. After reviewing the process, describing some initial design alternatives, and reviewing the next steps in the study, Darren will answer questions and seek our recommendations.
Please respond if you plan on attending this meeting as it will help our host prepare.
RSVP via email to my new email address by noon Tuesday, September 15 to Jo-Ann[at]PennQuarter.org
Include the first and last names of all those attending and their affiliations.