| February 2007 - General Membership Meeting - Minutes |
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| Written by CSNA | |
| Saturday, 10 February 2007 | |
February 2007 · CSNA General Membership Meeting MinutesThursday, 8 February 2006 · 7:00 – 8:30 PM True Reformer Building · 1200 U Street, NW Welcome and Introductions
President’s Remarks – Peter Nevenglosky
· Changes to Bylaws o Chuck advised that although a motion was approved at the January meeting to change the quorum requirement in the bylaws, the change will not be made official until the written language is presented at a future meeting and is voted upon. Jon said that he would revise the quorum section of the bylaws and bring it to the March CSNA meeting. o At the March meeting, Pete said that potential revisions to the dues structure will be discussed.
Community Report, Announcements Special Presentations
· Update from Mayor Fenty’s Office
o No representative present.
· Update from Councilmember Jim Graham’s Office
o John de Taeye and Barry Weise presented Councilmember Graham’s bill titled “Protection & Safety of Underage Persons Amendment Act of 2007.” The act addresses the recent homicide of a 17 year old at SMARTA, at 1919 9th Street. There are currently no restrictions to prohibit minors entering bars where 21 year olds are drinking, although it is not legal for minors to drink. The bill would ban anyone under 21 from entering an ABC establishment with an entertainment endorsement unless meets security requirements outlined in the legislation. The bill would need to be approved by the ABRA director in order to be passed. There has recently been a hearing at which numerous business owners, youth, and parents attended and spoke. The DC Council recently conducted a survey, and found that many clubs do not allow under 21 year olds because of the risk of being “busted” for having underage drinking. In addition, the council found that many mixed-age venues such as the 9:30 Club have been successful at managing security, without security restrictions in place. There will be another opportunity for a hearing in the future, but the date is not yet set. The bill is not “emergency” legislation. o Pete questioned whether the bill would apply to CT/CR licenses, and stated that he would like to see CT licenses included in the legislation. o Jean stated that the Black Cat is the only venue in the city that would be affected by the bill in its current form. Jean expressed concern with the $1 cover charge tax imposed for each underage person admitted. She expressed concern that venues would be deterred from offering underage concerts with these restrictions in place. She stated that “DC is the home of the all-ages show.” for underage admission. o Ernest expressed that the legislation is reactionary. He would like to see ABRA inspectors working at night. o Bryan stated that ABRA frequently requests after-hours inspection, but the DC Council repeatedly cuts after-hours inspectors from the budget. o Jean said that the police received 74 calls concerning SMARTA, but very few of these calls were reported to ABRA. o Ernest said that ABRA should reinstate a 24-hour call-in phone number. o Jean encouraged everyone to testify at the next hearing, or to email Councilmember Graham with opinions. o Jean motioned that CSNA oppose the legislation as proposed, and encourage the DC Council to look into other solutions including requiring better security training, funding night-time ABRA investigators, and permitting ABC license establishments to hire police officers. The motion passed 7-0-1, and Christine will write the letter to the DC Council.
· Update from ANC 1B
o No ANC1B member present.
· Presentation by Washington Project for the Arts / Corcoran Site ProjectsDC
o The Washington Project for the Arts is a membership organization for artists in MD, DC and VA. There is a public art project, SiteProjectsDC, that will have temporary art installed on 14th Street, between Rhode Island Ave. and V Street. The art will be installed from the beginning of June until the end of July. WPA is in the approval process, and is obtaining consent from businesses for installing art on/near their business locations. The call for entries is open to any artists. o Jean recommended that WPA speak to Jena at Ravens Arts about the program, and also work with MidCity Artists. o Jon encouraged that art be installed at the northwest corner of 14th and U Streets. o Bryan said that Spencer Davis at the Office of Property Management would be the proper contact for installing art adjacent to the Reeves Center. o Jean encouraged that the public art be displayed through the Dog Days weekend, August 4-5. o Bryan noted that the historic status of buildings may pose restrictions on the art being displayed.
Committee Business and Regular Reports
· Treasurer’s Report: Chuck Baxter, Treasurer o Chuck reported that as of January 1, there was a balance of $7,783.73. As of February 1, there was a balance of $8,413.98. $1,366.73 is earmarked for the Development Showcase, and $7,047.26 is available for general use.
· Membership & Communications: Lynn Coffin, This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it o Lynn was not present.
· Transportation & Parking: Cheryl Cort This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it o Cheryl was not present.
· Clean & Green: Laura Bridge (absent) This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it o Laura was not present
· Historic Preservation and Development: Ernest Springs This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it o Ernest recapped the presentation to ANC1B for 1353 U Street, which is currently a vacant building. The historic front will be maintained. There will be an art gallery on the first floor, with office and residential space above. The plans have been approved by Phil Spalding, HPRB, and ANC1B.
· Business Development and ABC: Christine Holst This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it
Marvin’s o Carlton Wilson presented the plans for Marvin’s, opening up at the former Subway location on the east side of 14th Street, between U and V Streets. The owners of Marvin’s also own 18th Street Lounge, Dragonfly, and Local 16. The establishment is named after Marvin Gaye, who is native to DC. Carlton said that Marvin’s is planned to ba a community restaurant, and they are applying for a CT license. There was a roll-call meeting on February 7, 2007. There will be a roof top deck that will be covered and will have sound-dampening materials. Food will be served beginning at 5 pm, and on weekends food will be served until 11 pm or midnight. The owners are not planning to have bands play, but they are applying for an entertainment endorsement. o Ernest stated that at night, Local 16 becomes an overcrowded bar, and is not a restaurant. o Carlton said that the owners want people to see Marvin’s as a quality place for food in the evenings and for brunch on the weekends. o Jean advised that if Marvin’s intends to apply for a CT license, they should state that they are acting as a bar, and not set up a false expectation that food will be served as if it were a restaurant. o Pete suggested that Carlton discus with Phil the issue of applying for a CT license yet also serving food. o The ABC hearing for Marvin’s is scheduled for February 28, 2007.
International Grill o Christine said that ANC1B is a protestant to International Grill’s license. International is modifying their application – they are considering applying for extended hours. Christine motioned that the letter of conceptual support voted on at the January CSNA meeting not be submitted until a later date. The motioned passed 8-0-0.
U Street Residence Tour / Development Showcase o Jon said that he and Kristin will be meeting soon to discuss plans for the Residence Tour / Development Showcase.
Hospitality Resource Partnership o Christine said that there will be a forum on February 20 with representatives from the four stakeholder groups. At the meeting, the outcomes from the Responsible Hospitality Institute Report will be addressed. HRP meetings are now being held the fourth Wednesday of the month at Duffy’s, at 7 pm. HRP has a $15,000 grant in place from the DC HCD Neighborhood Improvement Fund.
· Public Safety: David Corsen, Peter Petal (join the Public Safety 305 listserv This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it ) o Pete introduced David and Peter as the new co-chairs of CSNA’s Public Safety committee. o David and Peter live on 8th Street, and said that they see themselves as information gatherers and communicators. In the past, David and Peter have worked with Kili’s. They both already attend the monthly PSA 305 meeting. o Ernest suggested that David and Peter start an orange hat patrol in CSNA’s area, in order to show a presence and get information about what crime is occurring in the neighborhood. The same police officer should attend each Orange Hat Patrol. Anything in need of repair should be reported to (202) 727-1000. Ernest said that the Meridian Hill Neighborhood Association Orange Hat Patrol meets every Monday night at 1824 W Street, at 7 pm. Questions, Comments, ConcernsREMINDER: Please Pay Your Dues for 2007 (Pay Online @ WWW.CSNADC.ORG or Check/Cash by Mail) |
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