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Written by CSNA
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Monday, 04 August 2008 |
CSNA had one of its most successful Dog Day events ever on August 2, 2008. By combining neighborhood historic and architectural tours with a used book exchange, CSNA focused on two things near and dear to the heart of U Street.   Here’s a big “thank you” to all the CSNA members who unloaded their bookshelves to bring novels, cookbooks, self help tomes, and an amazing assortment of non-fiction and to the member-volunteers and the several doggie friends who spent the day talking to passersby about the books and extolling the virtues of our wonderful neighborhood. Last, but certainly not least, here’s a special shout out to Ulah Bistro for helping support our efforts!  Keep saving those books for next year! |
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Written by CSNA
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Wednesday, 09 July 2008 |
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The July CSNA general meeting will be held on July 10 at 7:00 pm at the Public Welfare Building (12th and U). The agenda for the meeting is as follows: President's remarks Treasurer's report Membership report Debrief of events related to the Ethiopian soccer festival Presentation of proposed development of 1840 14th Street Introduction of Brian Betts, principal, Shaw Middle School Planning for Dog Days participation Clean and Green Committee report Parking and Transportation Committee report Business Development Committee report Public Safety Committee report Historic Preservation Committee report
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Written by Lynn Coffin
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Monday, 23 June 2008 |
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Cardozo Shaw Neighborhood Association held its regular monthly meeting on June 12, 2008 at Town. Vice President Christine Szathsmary chaired the meeting. Historic Preservation Office's Deputy Director Steve Callcott was the featured speaker, and introduced new HPO staff person Eldra Walker who will be reviewing projects in the Greater U Street Historic District. Mr. Callcott described the work his agency does to preserve the architectural integrity of historic neighborhoods like U Street. The Community Grants program which helps low income property owners with historically correct improvements was reviewed. The next round of grants has a submisssion deadline of August 1st. Information on this program is available on the Historic Preservation Office web site. Among the issues raised by those attending was the status of the proposed boutique hotel on the site of the current Rite Aid at 13th and U and new regulations regarding signage. Bill Spieler, owner of DC9 on 9th Street, presented visual representations of the proposed new roof deck for the establishment. CSNA voted to draft a letter of support for the project. Christine Szathsmary updated the group on the status of Republic, the new nightclub in the 1300 block of U Street. The new owners are inviting the community to an open house on Monday, June 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. CSNA encourages neighbors to attend and meet the new owners. Phil Spalding discussed the impending Ethiopian soccer tournament which will be held at RFK from June 28 to July 5. It is anticipated that tens of thousands of fans from around the country and the world will attend the tournament and that many events will be held in the U Street area for these fans. Some establishments are asking for extended hours to serve food and beverages. CSNA welcomes soccar fans to the neighborhood but has concerns regarding the expansion of alchohol regulations and the need for additional security for the neighborhood. The DC Alchohol and Beverage Commission will hold hearings on the matter on June 23 and representatives from CSNA will testify. CSNA will keep the neighborhood apprised of the situation going forward. In a unanimous vote, CSNA set aside up to $750 for the spring and fall newsletters. The next meeting of CSNA will be held on July 10 at its usual location the Public Welfare Foundation building, 1200 U Street. The topic of the July meeting will be the proposed business improvement district and small business taxation. |
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