October 20, 2021

Coronavirus Update:

Dear Neighbors,

On October 26th, the the FDA Vaccine Advisory Committee is meeting to
discuss Pfizer's application for Emergency Use Authorization of its
COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5 to 11. If approved, the CDC will then
formulate guidance on the administration of the vaccine to this new age
group, which historically takes about a week's time, and healthcare
providers will be able to place orders for the vaccine. With these factors
in mind, it is most likely that younger children will be able to access the
vaccine in early to mid November.

DC Health, meanwhile, is already in the distribution planning process and
anticipates that the majority of children under 12 will be vaccinated by
their primary care provider (as has been the preference for families of
children over 12). And to put the size of this population into perspective,
there are around 40-50,000 children aged 5 to 11 in the District. At the
peak of vaccination, local providers and DC Health vaccination sites were
able to administer around 8,000 doses per day. At this point, it is a bit
difficult to gauge the exact vaccination demand for this age group, but DC
Health is confident that the District's capacity to vaccinate is sufficient
and that they will not implement another registration or pre-registration
system as they have in the past.

The expansion of vaccine access to younger children will lead to safer
elementary and middle school communities as well as safer home environments
for those who cannot yet be vaccinated. I will continue to share DC
Health's pediatric vaccination updates as they become available.

Regards,

Mary

P.S. Younger children may be encouraged to get the vaccine on learning that
even animals at the National Zoo are being vaccinated against COVID-19. For
a video showing what it's like to vaccinate an orangutan, please click:
[1]here.

Ward 3's Redistricting Roundtable this Friday

The Council's Special Subcommittee on Redistricting is holding a virtual
public roundtable on Ward 3's boundaries this Friday, October 23rd at 2:00
pm. These roundtables are an opportunity to offer input on boundaries at
the Ward level; the process to determine specific ANC boundaries will begin
once the Ward boundaries are finalized.

To testify at Ward 3's virtual public roundtable or for instructions on how
to submit testimony, please click: [2]here.

For more information on this process, please see Councilmember Cheh's
previous newsletter: [3]here.

Fall Leaf Collection

Leaf Collection - As in years past, the Department of Public Works (DPW)
will be conducting two series of residential leaf collections this fall.
DPW will begin the first round of leaf collections on November 1st.

[4]Please Click Here for the Leaf Collection Schedule

If your leaf collections are missed during your home's scheduled collection
window, please alert the agency by calling 311.

Yard Waste Collection - DPW's Yard Waste Collection season is winding down
and will end on October 31st. If you would like to schedule a yard waste
collection before the end of the month, please call 311. As a reminder,
yard waste includes: grass clippings, weeds, bulbs, twigs and bundled
branches, pine cones, uprooted plants, and leaves.

Uptown Theater Update:

From Urban Turf - The Return of Uptown Theater Imminent

...Landmark Theatres is in the final stages of negotiations that would have
it operating the now-shuttered Uptown Theater in Cleveland Park, sources
tell UrbanTurf. Last month, Michael Fant, vice president of real estate and
development at Landmark, [5]told UrbanTurf that Landmark was in talks to
reopen the theater.

Yesterday, the Cleveland Park Twitter account [6]highlighted that the
theater had applied to sell alcoholic beverages...

[7]Read the Full Story

Ensuring a Thriving Chevy Chase with Small Area Planning

Many residents have been asking about the Chevy Chase Small Area Plan (SAP)
and what role it will play in any future growth along the Chevy Chase
commercial corridor. Here are the main features of the Chevy Chase SAP:

What is a Small Area Plan? A Small Area Plan is a community-driven approach
to ensuring that any new development or redevelopment of an area is done in
a holistic way that directly responds to resident priorities and needs.
This type of planning is conducted by the District's Office of Planning and
considers the cultural identity of the neighborhood, desired green space,
sustainability, affordability, public transportation accessibility, etc.

Why does Chevy Chase have a SAP? The most recent amendments to the
District's Comprehensive Plan included a modest density increase in the
Chevy Chase neighborhood, creating the potential for additional
development, including the redevelopment of the Chevy Chase Community
Center and Library. To ensure that the community's needs and preferences
are prioritized in any development moving forward, Councilmember Cheh
funded a SAP for Chevy Chase. Councilmember Cheh also provided funding to
establish the new Chevy Chase Main Street whose business revitalization
work will tie into the SAP's efforts.

What's next for the Chevy Chase SAP? Over the past 10 months, the Office of
Planning has held various community engagement forums, including visioning
workshops to solicit community feedback on the future of the Connecticut
Avenue commercial corridor. Based on this input, the Office of Planning has
drafted a “[8]Visions and Goals” document. This report outlines community
priorities such as retaining the architectural character of the corridor,
complementing the existing historic assets, supporting green space,
promoting independent businesses over larger, franchised commercial
enterprises, increasing affordable housing units, and enhancing
opportunities for community gathering spaces.

How can I get involved? Sign up for updates on the Chevy Chase SAP page
([9]here) and by offering your input on the draft Visions and Goals report
through the link below!

The Office of Planning is soliciting feedback on the draft Vision and Goals
document through October 22nd: [10][link removed].

New Drop Off Hours for Fort Totten & Benning Road Transfer Stations

Drop Off Updates from DPW - The Department of Public Works (DPW) has
announced a number of operational changes to the Fort Totten and Benning
Road Transfer Stations. This includes new drop-off hours and the news that
Fort Totten will no longer accept household hazardous waste/electronics
recycling. Instead, these materials may be dropped off at the Benning Road
Transfer Station (3200 Benning Road, NE).

Here is what you need to know:
* Dispose of solid waste at the Fort Totten Transfer Station. The new
hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and
Saturdays from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm
* Dispose of hazardous waste and drop off electronics for recycling at
the Benning Road Transfer Station on Saturdays from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm
* Beginning November 6th, document shredding will occur on the first
Saturday of every month at the Benning Road Transfer Station ONLY, from
7:00 am until 2:00 pm

Community Reminders

Here are some important reminders for residents as the District transitions
out of the Public Health Emergency (PHE):

Visitor Parking Passes - Previously set to expire on September 30th, the
2020 Annual Visitor Parking passes will now remain valid through January
15, 2022.

Parking Enforcement - Parking enforcement has RESUMED.

Eviction Protections - As of this summer, a landlord may file for an
eviction where a tenant poses a public safety threat and/or has caused
significant property damage.

As of October 12th, a landlord may file for an eviction if:
* The amount of rent due is more than $600
* The tenant failed to submit an emergency rental assistance application
within 60 days of receiving notice of past due rent
* The tenant's application for emergency rental assistance was denied
* If the tenant is two months or more behind on their payments
* After January 1st, 2022, a landlord may file for an eviction for
material violations of the lease

Rent Increases - The prohibition on rent increases is extended to December
31st, 2021.

A Second Name Proposal for Wilson High School

A New Proposal for Wilson High School - The District is engaging in a
renaming process to change the name of Woodrow Wilson High School in Ward
3. After a community engagement and survey process, DC Public Schools
presented the Council's Committee of the Whole with a resolution to change
Woodrow Wilson High School to [11]August Wilson High School, after the late
African American playwright.

At the hearing on the bill before the Council, many residents testified in
support of alternative names for the school. In response, Chairman
Mendelson circulated a new resolution to declare that Wilson High School be
renamed to [12]Jackson Reed High School. This alternative name pays tribute
to Edna B. Jackson and Vincent Reed, Wilson High School's first African
American teacher and principal.

On Tuesday, the Chairman announced that he would be holding a second public
hearing on the renaming effort in the upcoming weeks. This hearing will
provide the community with an opportunity to comment on the newly proposed
Jackson Reed High School name.

The date/time will be shared in this newsletter once it is scheduled.

Wegmans is Coming to Ward 3 & They're Hiring!

Full-Time & Part-Time Jobs Available - The grocer coming to the new City
Ridge development in the Tenleytown area plans to employ approximately 450
people at its first D.C. location (including 150 full-time positions) and
is aiming for a majority of local hires. The store will open in mid-2022.

For more information & application details, please see: [13]We're Hiring!

STAY DC Application Deadline October 27th

[14]

New Dialing Procedure for DC

Getting Ready for the New 771 Area Code - Effective this month, residents
must dial all 10 digits (area code + the 7-digit telephone number) when
making calls within the 202 area code. This is in preparation of the new
711 area code to be assigned to all new local phone numbers beginning on
November 9th, 2021.

What to know about the 771 area code:
* Your current telephone number, including current area code, will not
change
* If you plan to get a new phone number on and after November 9, 2021,
you may be assigned a phone number with the 771 area code
* You will need to start dialing the area code + telephone number for all
local calls, including calls within the same area code
* You will continue to dial 1 + area code + telephone number for all long
distance calls
* What is a local call now will remain a local call
* The price of a call, coverage area, or other rates and services will
not change due to the overlay

Ending this Update on a Happy Note:

National Zoo Animals Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19

From DCist - The National Zoo Started Administering COVID Shots To Animals
This Week

The Smithsonian National Zoo started vaccinating its animals against
COVID-19 on Wednesday, exactly a month after [15]all of the lions and
tigers living at the zoo tested positive for the coronavirus.

The vaccination campaign began this week with several primate species.
Seven orangutans, one western lowland gorilla, a white-eared titi monkey,
and two emperor tamarins got the jab.

The shots are specifically made for use in animals, and were manufactured
by Zoetis, a former subsidiary of Pfizer.

[16]Read the Full Story

Our Office is Open!

Connect with our staff - While Councilmember Cheh's physical office is
closed during the public health emergency, she and her staff are
teleworking and will remain accessible for residents.

You may continue to reach us via phone through our main line at (202)
724-8062 with legislative ideas, budget requests, and constituent services
requests.

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