Neighborhood Update: Resources for Federal Workers, Events, and Updates from DPW
Neighbors,
I hope this message finds you and your family well despite the many challenges our country is facing. As a federal worker, I understand the stress of worrying about potential layoffs and the uncertainty that comes with it. For those of you at USAID and other agencies affected by terminations, my thoughts are with you. Below is a quick recap of some neighborhood information you may need to know.
Resources for Federal Employees Affected by Layoffs:
DC Department of Employment Services: A dedicated website for former federal employees offering guidance on unemployment compensation, career support, and DC government job opportunities. Visit: fedsupport.dc.gov.
Friendship Place Webinar: How to Find a Job in Difficult Times:
Date & Time: Tuesday, March 11th at noon ET
Details: Join Richard McKey and Martena Williams from the Aim Hire Employment Program as they share tips on navigating job listings, tailoring resumes, and job search strategies.
Register here: Zoom Registration Link
For more info, visit: FriendshipPlace.org
Community Development Meeting – Your Participation is Needed!
Date & Time: Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Chevy Chase Community Center (5601 Connecticut Ave NW)
This meeting will discuss the future development of a new library, community center, outdoor space, and potential housing at the Civic Core Site. You can attend virtually by registering here.
Film Production in Chevy Chase
Here's a message from Commissioner Gosselin about the filming: "The film crew that notified residents it’s doing a project in our neighborhood has arrived — in force! The crew will be here through Thursday. If you encounter problems beyond the manageable, please let me know so I can connect the film crew. I’m reachable at peter.gosselin@anc.dc.gov or by cell at 202-251-3945."
WMATA Better Bus Initiative - Latest Updates:
Stay informed on the new network launch, bus stop upgrades, and more. Check out the latest news in the Better Bus Dispatch.
Department of Public Works (DPW) Updates:
Container Delivery and Repair Update: DPW is catching up on backlogged container delivery requests. DPW will be delivering cans for the next eight weeks in each ward.
Leaf Collection Update: Crews are still collecting leaves. If your leaf pick up was missed, submit a Street Sweeping 311 service request starting March 3rd.
Street Sweeping: Street sweeping begins March 3rd, with a two-week grace period (March 3–14) for parking violations. Enforcement starts March 17th.
Food Waste Bins: DPW has installed smart food waste bins across the city. Find a bin near you and learn more about composting: Zero Waste.
Special Waste Collection Events
Upcoming Dates:
Thursday, March 6, 2025: 10 AM - 2 PM
Saturday, April 19, 2025: 8 AM - 2 PM
Thursday, June 19, 2025: 10 AM - 2 PM
Saturday, August 23, 2025: 8 AM - 2 PM
Thursday, September 18, 2025: 10 AM - 2 PM
Registration Required: DC residents must sign up for a 15-minute arrival window. Only one ticket per vehicle. No commercial waste allowed. Register here.
Curbside Composting Pilot Program
Not in the Pilot Program but interested in participating in the future? Please fill out this waitlist form to be one of the first to hear about program updates and openings at: Fill out the waitlist form to stay informed.
Free Mulch/Compost Pickup
Location: Fort Totten Transfer Station (4900 John McCormack Rd NE)
Hours: Wed-Fri 10 AM-2 PM & Sat 7 AM-2 PM. Bring your own bags and shovel to fill up to five 32-gal bags.
Unified Communication Center (UCC) for DPW Services
For quicker service resolution, residents are encouraged to contact the UCC at (202) 673-6833 (Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM) or via email: dpw@dc.gov.
DC Public Schools Boundary Study and Implementation Plan:
In 2023 and 2024, the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education (DME) conducted a comprehensive review of the District’s public school student assignment policies and DCPS school boundaries. In March 2024, the DME released the final report that included recommendations made by the DC Advisory Committee on Student Assignment. In June 2024, the Mayor approved the Advisory Committee’s recommendations, which will act as the city’s roadmap for the next 10 years.
The DME and DCPS have now released an Implementation Plan that outlines what steps will be taken to implement the recommendations made by the Advisory Committee (found on the study’s main page). The Implementation Plan includes the key actions, timeline, and agency owner for each of the recommendations. This Implementation Plan is a living document that will be periodically updated and revised based on progress, new developments, and feedback.
National Park Service Environmental Review of Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway:
In the spring of 2025, the National Park Service (NPS) will engage the public in an environmental review of the historic Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway. The project will address safety and operational issues along the roadway from Rock Creek Park to the National Mall, including widening the multi-use trail, improving intersections, ending one-way operations during rush hours, and enhancing center-lane safety. It also proposes pavement rehabilitation, replacing streetlights, and repairing guardrails. These concepts stem from a safety study by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Volpe Center. The project, which will be reviewed under an Environmental Assessment, emphasizes public engagement, with meetings to be held this spring. More details, including a study report, are available on the NPS website. Here: Elimination of Reversible Operations Along Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway and here: Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway Multimodal Safety and Operational Improvements Plan/EA
Pre-K Enhancement and Expansion Programs (PKEEP):
This week, the Office of State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) instructed Pre-K Enhancement and Expansion Programs (PKEEP) (Communikids Preschool and Children’s Language Center, Two Birds Tenleytown and the St Alban’s Early Childhood Center in Ward 3) to inform parents that it cannot confirm funding in the fiscal year 2026 budget for PKEEP, which provides free PK3 and PK4 seats for District residents. Councilmember Matt Frumin has already began meeting with key officials including the mayor and Chairman to urge that the city once again fully funds this important program. I will keep the community updated as more information is available.
If you are new to the email list, you can see past email communications here: Blog 1 — Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner for 3/4G SMD 05
Regards,
Karrenthya Simmons
Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner
3/4G, SMD 05
3G05@anc.dc.gov
www.ksimmonsanc.com