TENLEYTOWN FIREHOUSE AGREEMENT SIGNED
From: Councilmember Kathy Patterson (Ward 3)
KPATTERSON@dccouncil.washington.dc.us

(The following is an excerpt from Councilmember Kathy Patterson's latest
Ward 3 Newsletter, which I will forward in its entirety later. Many,
many thanks to her for bringing the parties together --  KS.)
 
Renovation and a new addition to the Tenleytown firehouse (Engine 20)
on  Wisconsin Avenue is finally moving ahead after the signing of an
agreement by the Fire and Emergency Medical Department, the Office of
Property Management, the Office of Planning and the Historic
Preservation Office. When the agreement appeared to be in jeopardy, I
introduced emergency legislation to exempt the Tenleytown firehouse from
historic preservation requirements.  That maneuver was successful and I
withdrew that legislation on Tuesday when all of the involved parties
signed the agreement.  The effort included my chief of staff personally
delivering the document for signing by Executive Branch officials!

I am delighted that this agreement has finally been signed. The
renovation of Engine 20 Company's firehouse in Tenleytown, as well as a
new addition, are much needed improvements for the public safety of the
community and for the fire department personnel who work there.  Many
people in the community, the Department of Fire and Emergency Medical
Services, the Historic Preservation Office, the Office of Corporation
Council and the Office of  Property Management have worked hard to make
this agreement happen. I hope we can now move forward as quickly as
possible to break ground. It is my understanding that demolition may
begin as early as two weeks from now.
Kathy Patterson
 
 

 
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
From: "Robert V. Maudlin" <maudlin@alum.mit.edu>
Saturday, May 11, 9am-3pm
3815 Fort Drive, N.W., Adjacent to Alice Deal Jr. High School
ACCEPTABLE ITEMS:
Acids, Aerosols, Antifreeze, Audio/video equipment, Batteries, Cleaning
chemicals,
Computers, hard drives, keyboards, printers and monitors (Small fee
charged for monitors), Drain openers,  Furniture stripper, Ink stains,
Varnish, Lawn and garden chemicals, Fertilizer, Lighter fluid, Moth
balls, Motor oil, Oil-based paint, Pesticides and poisons, Roofing tar,
Solvents/thinners, Swimming pool chemicals, Televisions (no broken CRT
tubes) (Small fee charged), Transmission, windshield wiper, and brake
fluids, Wood preservatives
 
UNACCEPTABLE ITEMS:
Broken TV or computer monitors,  Gas cylinders,  Ammunition,
Explosives,  Wooden TV consoles,  Radio speakers, Kitchen appliances,
Copper wire, Software.
 
 
 
 

TORNADO VICTIM
From: Abauer4600@aol.com (Amy Bauer)
I just had a thought and perhaps you can help me.  Dennis's sister and
her family lost absolutely everything in the LaPlata tornado.  She and 7
members of her family were inside the house when the tornado struck and
all of them made it out with non-life threatening injuries.  Only broken
bones and lacerations were suffered (one which took 49 stitches to
close) but they are all alive.  We have been picking through the debris
and have salvaged clothes and a few other small items like videos and
some books but everything else is gone; not one stick of furniture was
found in useable condition; understandable since the entire house and
one wall of the foundation landed in the backyard and beyond.  I was
hoping to ask the neighborhood if anyone may have some furniture that
they may be able to donate.  Items such as dressers, tables, chairs, and
lamps and anything else in fairly good condition would be most
appreciated.  There are twin infants that survived (one was blown from
the second story and landed in a pool while still in his mother's arms)
and two young children 12 and 14.  The only thing they will not need is
beds and they are pretty well set with clothes.  If anyone is able to
help out, please call me and I will coordinate a way to deliver these
things to LaPlata.
Thanks,
Amy L. Bauer
202-966-7047
 

THE TENTH ANNUAL METHODIST CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT AND AWARDS BANQUET
From:  Jared Hughes <jhughes_2000@yahoo.com>
Please join us for "A Day at St. Andrew's" complete with bagpipe and
traditional Scottish music, Scottish dancers (invited) and of course:
Golf! Two Chances to Win Luxury Cars, Exciting Golfing Awards, Wonderful
Door Prizes and The Methodist Cup! Come and Golf or just join us for the
Banquet and Scottish Entertainment! Sponsorship Information needed by
May 13th Players & Guests, please register by May 16th. For more
information, please contact Jared Hughes
202-777-3413 (phone)
202-362-6917 (fax)
jhughes_2000@yahoo.com (e-mail)

Individual Golfer $150. includes greens fees, cart, putting contest,
luncheon and gifts. Luncheon Guest $30. Hole and/or Tee Sponsorship
Opportunities for local business leaders to network and get their name
and contact information before a wide audience of civic and private
sector  community leaders. Bronze Level $200. Silver Level (Includes one
golfer) $400. Gold Level (Includes two golfers) $600. Platinum Level
(Includes one golf foursome) $1,000. LUNCHEON SPONSOR $3,000. Includes
two golf foursomes, company logo in ad copy, listing in the Special
Event Program and prominent signage at the clubhouse.
TOURNAMENT SPONSOR $8,000. Includes two golf foursomes, company logo in
all ad copy and top billing in the Special Event Program and prominent
signage at the tournament.

THE METHODIST CUP: Compete for the privilege of displaying "The
Methodist Cup" at your place of business or house of worship.
Established in 1995, The Methodist Cup is a handsome silver loving cup
with winning team names engraved on the base.

The Methodist Home of the District of Columbia, a non-profit retirement
community with independent, assisted living, nursing and rehabilitation
services has proudly served the needs of senior adults for 113 years. It
first opened its doors in April 1889 with the mission to, "provide for
the aged - a comfortable residence with board, clothing, employment,
skillful medical and other necessary attendance and the accustomed means
of grace." Today, The Methodist Home embraces seniors of all faiths,
creeds and ethic backgrounds and upholds the core of its original
mission to provide our residents and their families, a full, rich
experience of  comfort, security and independence at an affordable
monthly fee.
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THE METHODIST HOME OF DC AND AMERICAN EXPRESS FINANCIAL SERVICES
Invite you and your guests to Join us for the second half of an
informative  Estate Planning Series Tuesday, May 14th, "Leaving a legacy
that lasts." Make a gift - receive lifetime income.
R.S.V.P. to Jared Hughes at  202 - 777 - 3413
4901 Connecticut Avenue, NW
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Valuable, up-to-date information will be shared which will be of serious
benefit to you & your family - even if you think your affairs are
currently in order. Come & make absolutely sure.  Morning Refreshments
Served. Seating is Limited. This seminar series is a free,
no-obligation, public service provided to the community by  The
Methodist Home of DC and American Express Financial Advisors

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