COMMUNIT-E
December 9, 2003
HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!
EARTHQUAKE IN THE ‘HOOD?
While putting this issue together, my house suddenly shook., twice. Bill
Harwood offers an explanation:
EARTHQUAKE VISUAL
From: wharw32487@aol.com
Thru: tenleytown@yahoogroups.com
Click on the following website to see a seismographic representation of
today's earthquake. It's from the State of Maryland.
http://www.mgs.md.gov/cgi-bin/viewHeli.cgi
Bill Harwood
FIRE AND EMS UPDATE
From: Amy McVey <amybmcvey@msn.com>
Concerned Ward 3 ANC Commissioners met on Friday, 12/5/03, with Councilmember
Patterson and Fire Chief Adrian Thompson to discuss the lack of emergency
medical coverage in the upper northwest, the pending relocation of Medic
31 and the status of the Tenley Firehouse.
Medic 31 and NW medical coverage: Last summer, Chief Thompson stated that
he did not want Engine 20 firefighters to spend another winter in the temporary,
but ill-equipped, trailer at Naval Security on Nebraska Avenue. Therefore,
Engine 20 will move to Engine 31, Connecticut and Fessenden Street, where
it will remain until the Tenley Firehouse is rebuilt.
Medic 31, therefore, will relocate to Engine 28 at Connecticut and Porter
Street, NW, about a mile south of its present home at Engine 31. Medic 31
will be the only DC advance life support transport west of Rock Creek Park.
Other DC ambulances or medic squads are located at:
5760 Georgia Ave., NW (across the park) - closed from 9:00 PM-9:00 AM
2225 M Street, NW (downtown)
2219 G Street, NW (downtown)
3420 14th Street, NW (across the park)
1763 Lanier Place, NW (Adams Morgan)
The remaining DC ambulances and medic units are located south and east of
those listed above.
The Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad (BCCRS) has a long history of providing
ambulance and medic coverage in the upper northwest. BCCRS can be reached
24/7 at 301-652-1000. However, the Montgomery County Government may place
all county volunteer fire and rescue services, including BCCRS, under its
jurisdiction which may impact BCCRS' ability to service upper northwest
DC.
During the meeting with ANC Commissioners, Chief Thompson acknowledged that
his department has a big problem with emergency medical transport in the
upper northwest, compounded by the (up to) 2-year relocation of Medic 31.
The Chief stated that he and his staff have considered all possible solutions,
but have yet to come up with one.
Tenley Firehouse: The size of the Tenley Firehouse remains a problem. According
to the Fire Chief, the 3 full bays that were originally planned would have
been preferable to the now smaller footprint. The Fire Department did not
want the historic preservation of the old Tenley Firehouse, said the Chief,
preferring a larger firehouse for additional (and badly needed) equipment
and apparatus (a second ambulance). The US Fire Administration, a Federal
Emergency Management Agency, in its publication on the design of fire and
emergency medical stations, stresses that the design of such facilities
should be large enough for future flexibility, providing room for more equipment
than is originally called for. The original Tenley Firehouse plans followed
these standards.
Councilmember Patterson stated that the Williams Administration is unwilling
to reopen the issue of historic preservation of the Tenley Firehouse, but
the exact reason for that was not made clear. She also expressed concern
that the Mayor may get his "100,000" new residents and that many of them
will be in Ward 3's upper northwest causing additional response problems
for the DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department.
Anne Renshaw and Amy McVey
“HOT ROCK SALE” – GREAT IDEA!”
In the November 19 issue of the Northwest Current, Anne Renshaw proposed
an interesting idea regarding the Firehouse that deserves consideration:
(P.22) “Perhaps the remaining brick[s] should be dismantled and stamped
as historic. Then we could have a ‘hot rock’ sale, and use the money for
a new firehouse.”
I like that idea, where do I buy my historic bricks? – KS
ANOTHER CONSIDERATION RE: FIREHOUSE
It occurs to me that this would be an ideal circumstance for the City Council
to pass legislation to
remove the crumbling walls of what’s left of the old firehouse from historic
protection. As Anne Renshaw pointed out in the Northwest Current article,
the interior of these walls has now been exposed to freezing water and winds
and the cement between the bricks is probably disintegrating . Surely the
city can spend our tax dollars in better ways than this, especially since
the overwhelming majority of responders to a survey several years ago said
that they wanted a new, state of the art firehouse, not a less than ideal
preservation. I feel that the City government and the Historic Preservation
Review Board are ramming this debacle down our throats and we’ll have to
pay for it and ultimately for the reduced fire and emergency medical services
that will go along with it.
As a reminder: Out of 165 responses to my survey, 157 were in favor of a
brand new firehouse; 6 favored renovating the existing firehouse and adding
an addition; 2 were undecided. Judging from this, most of the community
does not support this preservation project. So why is the City forcing it
on us?
Kathy Smith
BULLPEN: ROBERT BOBB, CITY ADMIN, 12/15, & TOM SHERWOOD,
BRUCE JOHNSON, GUAPO'S
From: <Ricebill@aol.com>
Bullpen to Meet Robert Bobb, New City Administrator
with Reporters Tom Sherwood (Ch. 4) and Bruce Johnson (Ch 9)
Mon., Dec. 15, 2003, 6:30 p.m Guapo's, 4515 Wisconsin Ave, NW, opposite the
new Best Buy
The Bullpen welcomes the city's new City Administrator Robert Bobb, who comes
to our city from Oakland, Ca. and Richmond Va. at Guapo's, 4515 Wisconsin
Ave. NW Joining him will be reporters Tom Sherwood (Channel 4) and Bruce
Johnson
(Channel 9).
Bill Rice, 483-2037, ricebill@aol.com
The Bullpen is a totally informal gathering around the District for people
who wants to chat with public officials, journalists, advocates and/or each
other. Pls feel free to pass this along and pls let me know if you don't
want to
be on this list.
CRIMES IN THE ‘HOOD
**** From: Jeffrey Moore <JAMOORE@mpdc.org>
On Friday, December 5, 2003, at approx 5:15 p.m., a lone hispanic male was
the victim of a shooting while in the 4300 block of Jenifer St. The victim
received a single gun shot wound to the face, and at this time is in critical
condition in a local hospital.
Witnesses have provided a lookout for a black male, approx 6-3 in height,
wearing a dark colored "P" coat, who was last seen running south into the
alley in the 4300 block of Jenifer Street.
At this time, we have not been able to determine a motive for this offense.
But at this point we are very early in the investigation. I will keep you
advised of our progress in the case. Anyone who may have information about
this offense is asked to call the Second District Detectives on
282-0043.
Jeff Moore
Commander
Second District
**** From: Crimereports.com <reports@crimereports.com>
\WATCH OUT FOR PICKPOCKETS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
*********************************************
A professional pickpocket is not necessarily the sleazy person lurking in
dark doorways that we may expect. He (or she!) is likely to be an “average”
person in both appearance and manner. Because of their chosen "line of work,"
pickpockets spend a great deal of time studying how to blend into a crowd,
thus reducing the possibility of detection before they can get away. And
during the holiday season, pickpockets can be out in full force—trying to
blend in with the crowds and targeting easy victims. For example, teams
of thieves are often at work during the holidays. A common “MO” is for one
thief to “accidentally” get stuck in a revolving door or drop an item on
the sidewalk—at which point, the partner picks the wallet or purse of an
unsuspecting victim who has stopped to help. Many thieves also target individuals
who are overburdened with packages. Learn more about the ways of pickpockets
and thieves, and what you can do to protect yourself, by going to:
http://mpdc.dc.gov/info/street/theft_pickpockets.shtm
FOOTNOTE: For a more complete list of winter holiday safety tips for shoppers,
travelers and when you’re at home, visit: http://mpdc.dc.gov/info/season/winter.shtm
**** SA 201 11/29/2003 1100 Hours
Theft - 1
3000 block Van Ness St NW
C1 reports unknown person(s) debited her bank account via telpay to pay their
pepco/other bills.
**** PSA 201 12/5/2003 800 hours
Burglary - 2
5700 block 32nd st nw
C1 reports that his home was entered by unknown person(s) prying the basement
window with an unknown object. Once inside, the interior of the home was
ransacked and various property
Was taken.
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[From KS – I include the above as a crime of particular interest because
many houses are entered by basement windows simply because it is easy for
the thief to break the glass and crawl through. They are often hidden from
view by passersby and neighbors by shrubs, etc. It’s good to have them barred
or secured in some way that an intruder can’t just break the glass and crawl
in.]
STOLEN PROPERTY VIEWING
From: Michelle.McIver@usdoj.gov <Michelle.McIver@usdoj.gov>
What: 2D Property Viewing
When: December 20, 2003 from 10Am to 2PM
Where: Second District Police Station located at 3320 Idaho Avenue, NW
For: Items stolen in burglaries between the months of April 2003 and June
2003
Important: Bring report numbers and itemized list of property that was stolen.
Property will not be released to owners the same day.
Contact: Detective Neil Jones at 202-282-0043 or njones@mpdc.org
Michelle S. McIver
Community Outreach Specialist
Second District Community Prosecution Office
3320 Idaho Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
202-282-0584 phone
202-282-0576 fax
ANOTHER ATTEMPTED CAR THEFT!
From: <Susanjaquet@aol.com
Several nights before Thanksgiving, my neighbor (on 43rd Street near Warren)
was on his way inside after walking the dog late in the evening. He observed
a
young man riding a bicycle slowly down the middle of the street. The
neighbor looked out his window to see the light come on in his SUV as its
door was
opened. (It probably had been left unlocked.) He yelled at the man, who mumbled
something, jumped on his bike, and rode away, leaving a metal tool similar
to
a long screwdriver (presumably for "hot wiring") on the floor of the car.
Police were contacted, as I understand it, arrived quickly.
With the holidays upon us, let's all step-up our vigilance, ensure that
doors, windows, and vehicles are locked at all times, leave exterior lights
on at
night, and keep an eye on the homes of our neighbors who may be out of town
to
ensure that mail and packages do not pile up on the porch.
Season's Greetings,
Susan Jaquet
TOYS FOR TOTS
From: Dennis McVey <dennismcvey@msn.com>
Looking for a place to drop off a new, un-wrapped toy for a needy child?
Please bring them to a DC Firehouse; the closest one to Tenleytown is at
Connecticut Ave and Fessenden St. The Toys For Tots program is sponsored
by the US Marine Corps and provides toys for many children who otherwise
may do without something special during the holidays. Thanks. Dennis McVey
NEW CRAFT HOUR FOR KIDS
From: <Marthans@aol.com>
The Friends of the Tenley-Friendship Branch Library are sponsoring a new
Craft Hour at the library for children ages 5-10 on Wednesdays from 4:00
to 5:00 p.m. (2nd Floor small meeting room). Kids will get to make and keep
their own craft each week and also will receive a reading list with books
exploring the days' theme. This free program will take place every Wednesday,
beginning December 10. Children must be accompanied by an adult (feel free
to bring mroe than one child per adult). All supplies will be provided,
but parents may want to bring a smock for their child. For more information,
e-mail tenleylibrary@aol.com.
Martha Saccocio
NEIGHBORHOOD THEATER PRODUCTION
From: John Hunter <jhunter1900@yahoo.com>
The Eldbrooke Artist Series will present a young people’s production of
"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" on Friday, December 12
and Saturday the 13th at Eldbrooke United Methodist Church. “Dreamcoat”
is the first of the Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice music and lyrics
collaborations. The cast, rare among student productions, is made up of
area students from grades 3 through 12. Curtain time 7:30 p.m. both
evenings. Admission, $8 for adults, $4 for children through high
school. The church is on River Road, around the corner from Tenleytown
Metro stop. For more information, phone (202) 966-4975.
TROOP 100
From: Art Silverman <ASilverman@npr.org>
Thanks to everyone who suggested new locations for Troop 100 when we learned
we would have to vacate the River Road Church. As of this week, the troop
is
happily moved into our new home at Saint Ann's Catholic Church at Tenley
Circle.
We meet there every Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. for an hour-and-a-half. Once a
month we go on a camping trip or other adventure. We're hoping to increase
are ranks. Boys in 6th grade and older may join. Scouts afford an
opportunity for kids young and old to interact. No previous outdoor
experience necessary.
Come have a look at a meeting or write if you are interested. Troop 100 is
DC's oldest continuous scout troop.
Art Silverman
committee chairman
HOLIDAY FAIR DECEMBER 13TH
From: elisabeth legrain <legraincyr@hotmail.com>
Marche de Noel - Holiday Fair, Lycee Rochambeau (French International School),
Rollingwood Campus. Saturday December 13, from 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. 3200
Woodbine Street, Chevy Chase, Md. The campus is off East West Highway.
No need to get caught up in last minute holiday shopping. Come and support
our first Holiday Fair. French Deli Lunch Plates, Books, Jewelry, Pashminas,
Handbags, Fine Leather Works, Decorative Objects, Textile Art and much more.
ANC3F DECEMBER 15, MEETING
From: meeting@anc3f.org
December 15, 2003
Monday at 7:30 pm
Capital Memorial Church
3150 Chesapeake Street, N.W.
Tentative Agenda:
— Report on traffic issues on upton, van ness,
Veazey, warren and other residential streets
Between reno road and wisconsin ave., nw
— Report on the draft upper wisconsin ave. Corridor study
Strategic framework plan
— Request for curbs and gutters on fessenden street
Between 32nd street/broad branch terrace & 34th street
— Liquor license renewal:
Cvs pharmacy, 5011 connecticut ave., nw
— Public space applications for pay phones in front of:
Embassy cleaners, 4215-a conn. Ave., nw
Buck’s fishing and camping restaurant, 5031 conn. Ave., nw
ANC 3B MEETING NOTICE, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18TH
From: <anc3b@aol.com>
NOTE: CHANGE IN MEETING DATE FOR DECEMBER
Thursday, December 18th, 2003, 7 p.m.
Guy Mason Recreation Center
3600 Calvert Street
NEW BUSINESS
-- Presentation from a Representative of the Voting Rights for D.C. Coalition
on extending voting rights to non-U.S. citizens who pay taxes
-- Presentation from a Representative of the Friendship Post Office on Removal
of Neighborhood Mailboxes and Changing Delivery Schedules (tentative)
NEXT MEETING: Thursday, January 8th, 2004 at 7:00 p.m.
ANC 3E FORUMS ON WISCONSIN AVENUE CORRIDOR STUDY
From: chapmantodd <chapmantodd@yahoo.com>
The first of three ANC 3E Forums to get neighborhood
feedback on the Office of Planning's Corridor Study will be held
Wednesday, December 17, at St. Mary's Church (42nd and Fessenden).
The scheduled time is 7-9 PM. The other two sessions
will be held in early January, with dates and locations to be
determined and announced soon.
Please plan to come to at least one of these forums so
that your voice is heard.
Chapman Todd
ANC 3E
COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
**** From: Mariano Munoz <munoz007@erols.com>
We have a WONDERFUL young woman with papers and very good English
who needs one more house to clean. I can, with total confidence, guaranty
that whoever gets her services will love her as much as we do. If you know
about some cleaning work for such a person, please let me know though E-mail
munoz007@erols.com
or telephone: (202)-244-7766
**** From: <Dianeconk@aol.com>
I can recommend Dr. Mueller at Hampden Lane Vet. Office. He is located on
Arlington road in Bethesda just up the street from the new Giant. He has
taken
care of two dogs for me and I think he is fine.
Diane Conklin
**** From: Anne Novak <Anne_Novak@ita.doc.gov>
For plantation shutters I recommend the Louver Shop. You can find it's
phone number in Post advertisements. Wood shutters are under $20 per
square foot- almost 1/2 of everyone else's price. I had them installed
last fall and love the finished look and the energy efficiency they
lend. It will take about 10 weeks after Louver Shop comes out to
measure, for them to install them.
**** From: Eli Gottesdiener <eli@gottesdienerlaw.com>
LEAKY ROOF-referral needed. I have what seems like a small but steady leak
that I can't find in my roof that's messing up a bedroom ceiling. Anyone
have someone good, honest and reasonably priced? Thanks. Eli Gottesdiener,
eli@gottesdienerlaw.com. 202-246-9590.
**** From: Lisa Eckstrom <lisaeckstrom@yahoo.com>
FOR SALE: Charles P. Rogers hand forged wrought iron
bedframe (Campaign style. Check website for picture).
Queen size headboard, footboard and frame. Four
years old with no scratches or dings. $700 (retail
$1300).
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FOR SALE: Laz-y-Boy recliner/rocker. Taupe pleather,
excellent condition. Two years old. Remarkably
comfortable. Comes apart in two pieces for easy
moving. $200.
**** From: <Marthans@aol.com>
I have a friend who is looking for a short-term rental for himself, his wife
and their newborn (1 month old). They will be in DC from December 13-15.
Please respond to MarthaNS@aol.com if you have a place
that you are looking to
rent short-term.
Martha Saccocio
**** From: Alexandra Knox <equiknox@juno.com>
Large and airy apartment in large Chevy Chase D.C. Spanish colonial
house has an extra bedroom (11x13) available for the right person.
Hardwood floors, fireplace, 3 porches, yard, on-street parking, W/D/, A/C
etc. Share with professional female and her well-behaved cat. Note that
the place has only one bathroom, but lots of charm. Fully furnished (can
empty bedroom if necessary). Sorry, no additional pets or smokers.
$725/mo + utils. Respond to Equiknox@juno.com.
**** From: rich huang <argusdeux@yahoo.com>
Bright and airy 5th floor unfurnished 1 bedroom condo
located at the Towers (4201 Cathedral Ave., NW).
Newly carpeted, assigned parking space, basement
storage, utilities, basic cable included. Galley
kitchen with new floor and appliances. Complex has
24-hour security desk, pool, convenience store,
library, gym, and tennis courts. Convenient to AU,
and downtown via bus or cab. Available immediately -
$1500/month. Contact Rich Huang at (202) 353-7242 or
at argusdeux@yahoo.com
Thanks....Rich Huang
STUDIO APARTMENTS FOR ACTIVE SENIORS AVAILABLE NOW
From: <Ftadmissions@aol.com>
Friendship Terrace Retirement Community
4201 Butterworth Place, NW
Washington, DC 20016
Join us at our holiday open house on Friday, December 26 from 1-3 PM. Meet
residents, see model apartments and sample our delicious, home-baked cookies.
Friendship Terrace is the perfect senior housing solution for friends and
relatives who talk about moving to Tenleytown. Rents include dinner, utilities,
weekday shuttle bus and most activities. Located right here in the
neighborhood, close to shopping, Metro, the library and churches, Friendship
Terrace
rents apartments to active seniors. Permanently physically disabled adults
under
62 years old are also eligible to apply. Residents must be able to care for
themselves and have a local emergency contact person. No income maximum;
minimum income is $350 a month above the rent. Studios rent for $791 and
are
ready for immediate occupancy. Homemaker services are available at moderate
cost,
medical and nursing services are not provided. One-bedroom apartments and
Section 8 subsidies are also offered. Phone for open house schedule and
additional information.
Elizabeth Salzman Eby, Admissions Coordinator
Friendship Terrace Retirement Community
4201 Butterworth Place, NW
Washington, DC 20016
202/ 244-7400, Ext. 18 FAX: 202/ 362-2587
FELINES LOOKING FOR HOLIDAY CHEER!
From: <Darnot@aol.com>
The coming holidays can sometimes be quite stressful when families fall apart
or people move. the following six wonderful cats are victims of this fallout
that could really use a break. if you can help please contact <cawad@cox.net>.
Frank and Murphy, solid white 2 year old twins, each have one blue eye one
yellow eye. Owners are relocated to Tokyo and this incredible pair of snowflakes
are scrambling for a new home.
Jackson, is a victim of a bitter divorce, an exotic red tabby with BLUE EYES!
Paul Newman's got nothing compared to this guy! Help this lovebug celebrate
a
happy christmas.
Jerry is a flamepoint siamese. Blue eyed, too! What a cat! Siamese lover's
treasure.
Oscar is a breathtaking minky black maine coon. Very expressive with alot
to
share.
Sylvestor is a long haired tuxedo--all dressed up maine coon wannabe with
no
where to go!
Vanessa, a spunky shorthaired black and white tuxedo, vanessa redgrave
wannabe, with alot of heart and soul.
These felines are depending on the kindness of strangers to change their
world! Don't hesitate to email w/questions!
Denise Arnot
TOYS FOR KIDS: NEW & GENTLY USED
From: KD McLynn <kdmclynn@starpower.net>
Here's a hopeful reminder, we still have between now and the 17 of December
for the Mt. Rona Church collection for needy DC kids, who might not
otherwise receive anything for Christmas.
Needed items include:
toys, games, bikes, books, art supplies or
sports stuff (roller blades, cleats, helmets, etc.),
infant items (toys, cribs, clothes, car seats, high chairs, etc.),
new toys,
warm coats, hats, boots and gloves
and other children's clothing.
Mt. Rona Baptist runs a weekend safe place for community children all year.
For the holidays, Mt. Rona (on 13th and Monroe Streets, NW) holds a
Christmas celebration, complete with a big home cooked meal, where new and
gently used toys are given to inner-city children, including kids from the
local homeless shelter. This grassroots effort, now in its 13th year, is
not
as well advertised as national events can be, but it is all-volunteer and
directly benefits area kids. All items in good condition are welcome and
your donation is tax deductible.
Please drop off contributions on the front porch of 4332 Albemarle Street,
NW DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 17.
The generosity of our neighbors was inspiring last year! Please help this
year be another success. Thanks,
Kathleen (Kate) McLynn 966-9837 & Bernice McCallum 726-5852
ALICE RIVLIN LUNCHEON
From: Zina Poletz <zappower25@aol.com>
Hi. My name is Zina Poletz and I am working with a new nonprofit
organization called Our Nation's Capital. Our mission is to educate
the public about the unfair Congressional fiscal restraints that are
creating a long-term structural imbalance in our city. On Monday
December 15, we are hosting a luncheon with Alice Rivlin (former
director of OMB and currently a senior fellow at Brookings). I
thought your membership might be interested.
When: Monday, December 15 at 12:00 noon
Where: Jurys Washington Hotel at 1500 New Hampshire Ave. NW
(on Dupont Circle)
Cost: $25.00 Includes lunch
To reserve a spot:
1. RSVP by Friday, December 12 to Zina Poletz at (202) 232-
0229 or via email to info@ournationscapital.org.
2. For payment, you may either mail a check for $25.00 to
Our Nation's Capital, 2019 Q St. NW Washington DC 20009.
OR you may pay at the door (cash or check only - no credit
cards). Space is limited. RESERVE TODAY
For more information on the truth about the "commuter tax",
DC's property tax burden, and other evidence of the
structural fiscal imbalance imposed by Congress on the
capital city of the United States of America, visit our web
site at www.ournationscapital.org.
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