Marie Reed Learning Center. Photo by M.V. Jantzen on Flickr.

I’m back! France was very relaxing, and I also learned a lot about how they practice urbanism and suburbanism. But first, what’s on tap this week:

Tax-y credits: The DC Council will consider a bill to offer taxi operators a $2,000 tax credit for buying a hybrid taxicab (or other “alternative fuel vehicle”). It will also require the administration to prepare a report on hybrid taxis in DC and set goals for the percentage of hybrid taxis starting at 5% in 2009 up to 50% in 2017. 2 pm, Wilson Building (1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW) and via webcast.

Reconnecting Champlain: Champlain Street in Adams Morgan runs under the Marie Reed Learning Center, but doesn’t connect. DDOT is holding a public meeting tonight to discuss opening the road. 6-8 pm, Third District Police Station, 1620 V St NW.

Capitol Hill Town Square: Neighbors will weigh in pro and con about options to create a “town square” at the underutilized plaza(s) around Eastern Market Metro. Wednesday, 7-9 pm at Tyler Elementary School, 1001 G Street SE.

The Hilton, finally: HPRB will consider the Hilton’s proposed development. Their site claims the Historic Preservation staff report will be posted by Sepmteber 26, but isn’t yet; probably today. The hearing is 9 am Thursday at 441 4th St NW (One Judiciary Square), Suite 220-South and webcast.