ANC3E MEETING TONIGHT
  From: Polly King <pking@lldhhome.org>
  Thursday, October 9, 2003
  7:30 PM
  St. Mary’s Armenian Apostolic Church
  42nd & Fessenden Streets, NW
  – Announcements
  – Open Forum – opportunity for members of the community to raise issues of
  concern or importance to the 3E neighborhood
  – Presentation by 2nd District Police
  – Discussion of and possible vote on the process by which ANC 3E will
  respond to the Office of Planning’s Upper Wisconsin Avenue Corridor Study
  – Discussion of and possible vote on Bon Secours Convent.
  – Discussion of and possible vote on realigning PSA 202 with ANC 3E, and
  PSAs with ANCs citywide
  – Discussion of and possible vote on letter to Mayor Anthony Williams, DC
  Council and DC Public Service Commission regarding PEPCO’s slow and erratic
  service to the citizen’s of ANC 3E during and after Hurricane Isabel
  – Discussion of and vote on creating a committee to compile and catalogue
  past agreements between ANC 3E and/or neighborhood groups, with local
  business and developers
  FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CALL (202) 244-0800
  www.anc3e.org <http://www.anc3e.org/>
 
 
 
 

  ANC 3B MEETING TONIGHT
  From: <anc3b@aol.com>
  Thursday, October 9th, 2003, 7 p.m.
  Guy Mason Recreation Center
  3600 Calvert Street

  OLD BUSINESS
  + Update on liquor license issues at the restaurant "Bourbon"
  NEW BUSINESS
  + Discussion of overzealous ticketing and parking enforcement in the Glover Park area
  + Update on new Stoddert Recreation Center
  + Grounds Care issues at Stoddert Elementary School
  2nd DISTRICT POLICE REPORT + DC MPD Representative

  NEXT MEETING: Thursday, November 13th, 2003 at 7:00 p.m.
  To place items on the agenda contact the ANC-3B Commission at anc3b@aol.com
 
 
 
 

  TROOP 100 NEEDS NEW HOME
  From: Art Silverman <ASilverman@npr.org>
  Troop 100, the oldest Boy Scout troop in DC, has been asked
  to leave its home of 40 years at River Road Presbyterian Church. As troop
  committee chairman, I've been organizing a community outreach to find a new
  home. This can be a church, school or any place willing to be the chartering
  organization. This involves a signature and permission for the boys (about
  15 people all together) to meet once a week from 7:30-9 pm. In return, the
  sponsor gets benefit of such things as scouts who will shovel snow, perform
  other tasks such as cleaning etc.
  Thanks
  Art Silverman
  202-248-8815

  ----------------

  ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST
  Boy Scout Troop 100, which currently meets every Wednesday at the
  River Road Presbyterian Church at 45th and Fessenden, will be holding
  its annual pancake breakfast Saturday Morning October 25th. This
  will be the last Pancake Breakfast to be held at this location, as
  the Troop is being evicted from the meeting space at which it has met
  for the last 40 years. Please come and celebrate
  Scouting Service to the AU Park and Tenleytown community. The Troop
  is actively seeking new accommodation and sponsorship. If you or you
  organization is interested in sponsoring Troop 100, please contact
  Art Silverman, 202-248-8815 Troop committee chair.
 
 
 
 
 

  BOLOS IN THE ‘HOOD
  (Be On The Lookout)

  **** From: Anne Novak <Anne_Novak@ita.doc.gov>
  Yesterday about 9:45pm a man in a navy blue rugby shirt and blue
  baseball cap carrying a canvas briefcase over his shoulder knocked on
  my door. I did not open the door, but looked thru the window and asked
  what he wanted. He said he was "community service". I told him it was
  too late for me to talk to him and he went away.
  He was about 5'7", in his mid-thirties, black and very thin.

  **** From: donnagregory77@hotmail.com
  There were 3 house break-ins yesterday (Wednesday) in the neighborhood! All between 9 am and
  6 pm or so. One on Warren Street, One on Yuma and one on Veazy St. The police say that the
  person entered thru an easy to pry open windows and in one case maybe an unlocked window.
  He/she took cash, a pillow case and things from the refrigerator. They left TVs, computers,
  jewelry and other valuables.
  Please double check your windows and doors. Please report suspicious or unfamiliar people...

  --------
  From KS – the above two may or may not be related. According to Lt. Aiello, the way the
  houses were ransacked and the type of items taken suggest it could have been juveniles. They
  won’t know for sure until arrests are made.
 
 
 
 

  TIME TO RETHINK JUVENILE JUSTICE LAWS ?

  It is not at all uncommon for police to arrest the same teenagers, and even younger children,
  again and again for the same crimes. Some youngsters have been arrested 6 or more times for
  stealing autos. By the time a youngster has been arrested 4 times for a crime, and nothing
  has been done to punish them, the message has gotten through that the judicial system is so
  unwilling to do anything to that child that they can continue to get away with whatever they
  are doing. Bear in mind that an individual may commit many crimes before being finally caught
  for even one.

  When a youngster has been arrested 6 times and is still on the street, he probably considers
  the justice system to be a joke.

  The 2D police have been really cracking down on truancy around Wilson and Deal. They’ve
  noticed that the number of thefts from auto in this area have dropped dramatically.
  Coincidence? They think not.

  It is entirely possible that juveniles were involved in the three burglaries that happened
  yesterday in the ‘Hood. If you see youngsters, who should be in school, just hanging out
  during class time, call 311 and also call the detectives office on 282-0044.

  More and more I hear about youngsters committing crimes and getting away with it. We are the
  victims of these kids who have no fear of the justice system.

  Last August I published excerpts from a letter by a former US Attorney, that had been
  published in the Outlook section of the Post. Many of you may have been away and missed it,
  so I am running that item again.
 
 
 
 

  SOME SPECIFIC NEW CITY LAWS NEEDED TO PROTECT US
  FROM YOUNG VIOLENT CRIMINALS

  Yesterday's Washington Post Outlook section ran an extremely important story on how to
  significantly reduce violent crime in this city. Tom Gillice, a federal prosecutor and former
  supervisor for DC Office of Corporate Counsel, explained why the laws pertaining to juvenile
  criminals are no longer adequate to deal with the grown-up crimes many of these so-called
  kids are committing.

  Gillice begins his article by telling how a 13 and 15 year old broke into the home of a woman
  in her 50's and took turns raping her at gunpoint. The 13 year old was the leader. They spent
  no more than three years in a locked facility. But even worse, the law is such that police
  and prosecutors could not tell the victim the ultimate disposition of the case.

  Gillice writes: "Laws prohibit revealing any information about the juvenile, the results of
  the trial and the sentence imposed - even to the victim or to witnesses who might later be
  targets of revenge. . . . victims are almost entirely excluded from the process. The laws
  severely restrict the right of victims or their family members to be heard at sentencing, to
  be provided information about the juvenile or to be present at the trial. Imagine not being
  allowed to tell a rape victim that the rapist lives in her apartment building."

  I assume this also includes the victim being unable to find out if the rapist is HIV
  positive.

  I suspect that few adults commit their first crime as an adult. Most if not all probably
  begin committing crimes when they are teens or pre-teens. Gillice writes, "By law, any
  sentence imposed must be "in the best interests of the child" who committed the offense. And
  whatever that offense, however severe his needs, a juvenile must be released from the system,
  and cut off from whatever services he is receiving, once he turns 21."

  The good news is that it is within the power of our DC Council to correct this and to make a
  significant impact on crime in DC.

  He suggests three changes to DC law that the City Council can make to help correct these
  problems:

  1.) "Require judges to consider the victim, the community, and the safety of others in
  sentencing juvenile offenders."

  At present the judges can only consider what is "...in the best interests of the child." The
  current system flies in the face of logic and common sense and harkens back to a time when
  kids were committing offenses far less serious than what they are doing today. The laws
  regarding juvenile crimes haven't been significantly changed since 1963.

  2.) "Lower the age for adult prosecution of serious crimes from 16 to 14."

  This would remove the violent 14 and 15 year olds from juvenile detention facilities, making
  those places safer for the kids who are not committing the violent crimes and who can be
  helped by a less restrictive environment.

  3.) "Revise the laws regarding transferring a juvenile to adult court."

  Defense counsel can now ask for delays that go on for months, followed by appeals. In other
  jurisdictions, the transfer can take only days. In DC it can go on for months or years.

  4.) "Completely revise the confidentiality statutes."

  Gillice writes, "Victims of juvenile crime need to be involved and informed. Confidentiality
  regulations should be eased, and allowing victims and their families into courtrooms during
  trials should be the rule, not the exception."

  For as long as I have worked with the DC Police, they have been scoffing at the way juveniles
  are handled in the court system. Many officers view the current system as proof to the young
  offenders that they can indeed get away with crime. I hear about kids getting arrested over
  and over and over again for stealing cars. Nothing much happens to the car thieves but the
  poor person who scrimped and saved for a car, in order to earn a living, is stuck without any
  way of getting to work and possibly losing his or her job because of it. These are
  consequences that the juvenile thieves are protected from. In the case of more violent
  crimes, the victims must deal with the physical and psychological consequences and the kids
  are not burdened with any need for remorse.

  Gillice points out that juvenile crimes affect the whole community, but by keeping the
  community in the dark, the kids have no incentive to understand the consequences of their
  actions, and hence, no need for rehabilitation. In other words, crime pays and we pay the
  price.

  The entire article can be read on Page 2 of Outlook or at
  http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A36915-2003Aug8.html
  Tom Gillice's e-mail is gillice@earthlink.net
 

  -----------------

  If you want to discuss the need for new legislation with DC Council, they can be reached at:

  Councilmember Kathleen Patterson <kpatterson@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  "Councilmember Vincent B. Orange" <vorange@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember Jim Graham <jgraham@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Chairman Linda Cropp <lcropp@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember Harold Brazil <hbrazil@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember Carol Schwartz <schwartz@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember David Catania <dcatania@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember Jack Evans <jackevans@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember Adrian Fenty <afenty@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember Sharon Ambrose <sambrose@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember Kevin Chavous <kpchavous@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
  Councilmember Sandy Allen <cmallen@dccouncil.washington.dc.us>,
 
 
 
 

  MORE ON FAIRNESS TO THE VICTIM
  From: "Janean Mann" <jmanndc@starpower.net>
  I know for a fact that it [criminal privacy laws] prevents rape victims
  from learning whether the rapist is HIV positive. The friend of a
  daughter was raped a year ago. She had to take a series of dangerous and
  expensive drugs to prevent HIV. The government refused to tell her
  whether the rapist was HIV positive, so she continues to have regular
  exams to check for exposure.
 
 
 

  EVENT AT TURTLE PARK
  From: Jean and Todd <toddandjean@netzero.com>
  Friends of Friendship Park is planning the 7th annual Turtle Park Halloween
  Festival on Saturday, October 25 from 10 am to Noon. This is a free
  community event and we could use your help. If you are available to bake,
  post flyers or volunteer the day of the event, please send an email to
  toddandjean@netzero.com.
 
 
 
 

  FALL CLEAN UP
  From: <KColombant@aol.com>
  Saturday November 8
  2003
  1 pm - 6 pm
  Celebrate Fall! Join with your neighbors to weed, plant, cut back perennials,
  mulch and pick up litter along Wisconsin Avenue.
  We will meet at the Fessenden block.
  We may even start to plant the park at Fessenden and Wisconsin Avenue.

  Bring your family and friends, gloves and favorite gardening tools: weeder,
  trowel, clippers or strong scissors, rake, broom. Come for the whole afternoon
  or just an hour, each minute of work will help make Wisconsin avenue greener
  and cleaner.

  Any questions: call Kersti at 966 8837
  or Ralph at 686 9550

  The Wisconsin Avenue Beautification Project is a partnership effort among
  local residents, businesses, and institutions to relandscape Wisconsin Avenue
  between Tenley Circle and Fessenden Street.
 
 
 
 

  COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD

  **** From: Michael Calingaert <MCALINGAERT@brookings.edu>
  "Seeking photographer: I would like a photographer to take some shots
  (nothing too formal) at a three-generation family gathering next weekend
  (Oct. 18 or possibly 19). Any recommendations of someone who has done
  this sort of thing (well) and doesn't charge an arm and a leg?"

  **** From: <LRol@aol.com>
  Free gravel/rocks
  I am replacing my gravel/rock carport with brick. If you would like them they
  are yours to haul away.

  **** From: David M. Winn <dmwinn@starpower.net>
  ROOFER
  For the second time, I would like to recommend a roofer. Immediately after
  last month's two-inch rain, I called four roofers because of a leak behind
  the chimney. One said he could not take any more names. Two did not even
  return my calls. However, Frank's Gutter and Roofing actually appeared
  within 48 hours and fixed the leak. Moreover, while Frank's could have
  claimed I needed new flashing around the chimney, as happened to a neighbor
  for many hundreds of dollars, they simply fastened down and cemented the
  loose flashing, for $100. Frank's at is 301-261-4674, or 410-956-3218.
  David Winn
  **** From: Wisnosky, Kerry <KWisnosky@MEICOMPANY.com>
  We live on 38th St, NW and have the following child items that we are giving
  away FREE : Highchair, Carseat (for age about 9 month-2 year old), racecar
  bed (for toddler to 3 yrs age - good transition from crib first bed), some
  toys. If you are interested please contact me at kwisnosky@meicompany.com

  **** From: <Susanjaquet@aol.com>
  Does anyone know if the car rental company (not Zip Car, but another name?) came
  to be at the Tenley Metro??
  Susan Jaquet

  **** From: Alexandra Knox <equiknox@juno.com>
  I have a large and airy 3-Br apartment in a large and tranquil house
  near Chevy Chase circle. There's a large (furnished--can be
  unfurnished) bedroom that needs a person for it, to share the place with
  my well-behaved (indoor/outdoor) cat and I. The place has lots of light,
  three porches, front and back yard, on-street parking. Very close to
  shopping and the bus; 15 min. walk to Friendship Heights metro.
  Washer/dryer; one bathroom; radiator heat; a/c is window units; basement
  storage; some attic storage available. I am a female professional who
  runs her own business and a generally serene, sometimes fun house. Am
  looking for a compatible person who doesn't smoke or have pets
  (sorry--the one here is enough), has a good attitude and good
  shared-living habits. Rent is $725/mo. plus utilities. please respond
  to Equiknox@juno.com.

  **** From: Brian & Sena Murphy <murphys@sprintmail.com>
  Our wonderful babysitter is available for full-time work. She drives, has
  work papers, speaks English, is completely reliable, and most importantly,
  loves children. She has worked for us part-time for 5 years and my children
  love her. Her name is Icline Nation and her number is 202/291-1189.
 
 
 
 

  THRIFT SALE FOR FRIENDSHIP PLACE FOR HOMELESS
  From: <Elizindc@aol.com>
  Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place is holding a THRIFT
  MARKET on Nov. 7-8 (Friday 9-6:00, Sat. 9-4:00) at the Arabic Church of the
  Redeemer Presbyterian Church--4420 River Road.

  All proceeds to provide critical services for the homeless in our community.

  NOW accepting donations of clothing and shoes in GOOD CLEAN condition,
  furniture & carpets, hardcover & paperback and childrens' books, antiques &
  collectibles, sports equipment, lamps and lighting, china and kitchenware, art &
  posters, linens in excellent condition, jewelry, holiday items, garden items &
  tools...and much more!!!
  NO computers, magazines, textbooks, mattresses, sleep sofas, undergarments,
  bathing suits or large appliances.

  DROP OFF items at CCH/FP--4713 Wisconsin Ave. NW--
  Wednesdays from 2-4:00 and Saturdays from 10-noon.

  Pick up for large items--call CCH/FP 202-364-1419.

  Volunteers needed as well; call the above number.

  Receipts provided for tax deductions.

  Liz Siegel, Executive Director
  CCH/FP
 
 
 
 
 

  BOOK SALE AT PALISADES LIBRARY
  From: Elinor Tucker <elinor_tucker@yahoo.com>
  USED BOOK SALE -- DON'T MISS THIS EVENT!
  The Friends of Palisades Library (a branch of the DC
  Public Library) are sponsoring a spectacular used book
  sale on Saturday, October 25, and Saturday, November
  1, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. Don't miss
  this special community event, which will feature a
  huge variety of used books including fiction, mystery,
  fantasy, romance, biography, history, art, politics,
  foreign languages, travel, health, pets, cooking,
  children's, and much, much more.

  The sale will be held on the 2nd floor of the
  Palisades branch library at 4901 V Street NW,
  Washington, DC (at the corner of V Street and
  MacArthur Boulevard).

  Proceeds benefit the Palisades branch library
  directly, to support special programs for children and
  adults, and for the purchase of library equipment,
  books, and magazine subscriptions not covered by the
  DC Public Library budget.

  Questions? Call Elinor Tucker (daytime: 202-416-7651;
  evening: 202-966-2873) or email
  elinor_tucker@yahoo.com. Volunteers are always
  welcome, both to sort donated books throughout the
  year (even an hour or two a week can help) and to
  assist on the sale dates.
 

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