Posts tagged Anc
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For ANC in Ward 3
Along Ward 3’s major commercial corridors, especially Wisconsin Avenue, are numerous low strip malls and ugly parking lots, in transit-rich neighborhoods where any developer would be happy to build. But the neighborhoods also have residents most vociferously opposed to nearly any development with the means to delay and even sue to stop projects. Recently, however,… Keep reading…
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For ANC in Ward 7
In a ward that usually has ANC races with no one running for some of the single-member districts, it is refreshing to see so many contested races. While there are six SMDs with no candidates, each ANC in Ward 7 at least has one contested SMD race. Keep reading…
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For ANC in Ward 2
Ward 2 has no competitive races west of 15th Street, but along 14th and 7th Streets in its eastern half, a number of challengers are trying to dislodge longtime, entrenched neighborhood powers. Keep reading…
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A lot is at stake in ANC elections
ANCs, or Advisory Neighborhood Commissions, have no power to directly approve or reject any proposals. Nevertheless, they can have a tremendous effect on their neighborhoods and their growth, for good or ill. That’s why it’s very important for DC residents to learn about the candidates and cast informed votes in ANC races, and why Greater Greater Washington will… Keep reading…
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DDOT will place CaBi station on NE corner of Lincoln Park
DDOT has decided to locate a Capital Bikeshare station on the traffic island on the northeast corner of Lincoln Park, they announced in an email to stakeholders late Friday. The email, from DDOT Associate Director Karina Ricks, thanked residents for their input and stated DDOT’s decision after considering a variety of locations. They promise to continue to listen as… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: More ups and downs
Two slots at DCA up for grabs; Virginia to raise speed limits; Height debate continued; Gray softens on lower parking rates; Bethesda escalator repair nears end; Arlington Trader Joe’s to get parking; L’Enfant Plaza-Future Banneker Memorial Station?; Is there an answer to gentrification?; And…. Keep reading…
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Politics are local. With ANCs, very local.
While DC’s mayoral and council races were effectively over after the primary, there are local elections worth paying attention to in November. Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) seats are up for election. The ANC system was created in 1974 with the goal of providing residents a forum to discuss issues impacting their neighborhood and take recommendations to various… Keep reading…
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On the calendar: Lincoln Park CaBi tonight, tons Wednesday
There’s no need to stay home Wednesday evening, since at least five fascinating and/or important events are vying for your time. First, tonight is the showdown over placing a Capital Bikeshare station at Lincoln Park. ANC 6A, which covers the area northeast of the park, is meeting tonight to discuss the controversy over placing a station in the area. The meeting starts… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Haven’t got it covered
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Breakfast links: Fewer taxes, longer names
Union Station tax break back?; More Metro station name creep; Maryland marks lowest turnout ever; Arlington County struggles with parking garage; Debating HOT Lanes; What to do with little parks; Prefab rowhouses don’t cut it; Cracking through pavement. Keep reading…