The highlight over the past weekend was our successful Spring Cleanup which was held at Harrison Recreation Center--thanks to all who came out and cleaned the 'hood and ate some great wings, dogs, and burgers donated by Ben's Chili Bowl and Jin.  Also, from controversial new parking lots, to massive buildings, to a newlywed's dream home, new developments are happening in Cardozo Shaw. Read the May 2006 General Membership Meeting Minutes below to learn more...

May 2006 · General Membership Meeting Minutes

Thursday, 11 May 2006 · 7:00 – 8:30 PM

True Reformer Building · 1200 U Street, NW

www.csnadc.org

Welcome and Introductions

President's Remarks - Peter Nevenglosky - This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

• Presentation from the DC Office of Planning on the Comprehensive Plan.

The DC Office of Planning is in the midst of updating the Comprehensive Plan for DC. The DC plan is amended every four years. The existing plan isn't user friendly. The Citywide element of the plan address economic development. The Office of Planning is projecting a growth of about 60,000 households in the city over the next 20 years and the plan will refect this growth. They are looking to submit a draft of the plan to the City Council in July.

The Office of Planning will be hosting a series of public hearings on the plan. The one for Ward One is May 22 at the Reeves Center and all are encouraged to attend.

Community Reports & Announcements 

• Mayor’s Office Update – www.dc.gov or 202-727-1000
• Councilmember Jim Graham Update – www.grahamwone.com or 202-724-8181

Rent Control Update- Councilman Graham's office was successful in defeating the proposal to eliminate many rent-controlled units in the city. Rather than a 10% rent cap, landlords will only be allowed to increase the rent by CPI+ 2%. The vast majority of rent controlled units will maintain this status.

• ANC 1B Update – Phil Spalding www.anc1b.org

 At next meeting the DDOT U Street Transportation Summary is up for discussion. They will also be looking a the Mason' parking lot area, which is being developed as 14 wall units, and a move to place a liquor moratorium on the 1900 block of 9th Street.

Committee Business and Regular Reports

Treasurer’s Report:  Chuck Baxter, Treasurer- Same as last month.

Membership & Communications: Sommer Mathis - This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

• Membership Drive Update - Newsletter Dispersal complete
• Plan for next newsletter- Looking at developing 1,000 copies of summer newsletter.

Transportation and Parking: Cheryl Cort - This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

• Recap of Howard University proposed parking lot hearing- ANC 1B and CSNA expresses opposition to a proposal by Howard University for a special exception to build a parking lot. We are currently pressuring Howard University to develop a transportation management plan.

Clean and Green: Laura Bridge - This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

• Spring Cleanup and BBQ - THIS SATURDAY May 13th @ 9 am, we will meet at Harrison Recreation.  Come out to clean the hood and meet your neighbors!

Historic Preservation and Development: Ernest Springs - This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

• Suman Sorg of Sorg & Associates to present on plan for 2101 10th Street for the First African New Church.

Sorg is proposing a mixed use six story commercial site. The site will consist of studios and one bedroom apartments on the lower floors; two and three bedrooms on the middle floors; and a penthouse on the upper floors.

 Spalding motioned to support project. Motion passes unanimously.

• Jeff Speck presenting on a project at 10th and Florida

Speck plans on developing a one family home on the corner of 10th and Florida for his family. Spalding motions to support project. Motion passes unanimously.

Business Development and ABC: Jon Kardon - This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

• Responsible Hospitality Panel- awaiting a meeting with ANC 1B
• Dog Days Involvement?- Coincides with DC Tax Holiday. It's recommended that CSNA considers involvement
• Other- Black Cat is exploring options to provide space for smokers once smoking ban beging this January. Options being considered include an extended balcony, roof top deck, and smoking on the street (though that option is unlikely). 

Public Safety: Kenny Barnes - This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

• PSA Meeting Update on Recent Crime Issues
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Questions, Comments, Concerns

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