BULLSEYE! BROWN WELCOMES TARGET TO THE DISTRICT
Last week, Brown joined Columbia Heights neighbors, Ward 1 Councilmember Jim Graham and Mayor Adrian Fenty to open the doors of the first Target in the District of Columbia. Brown hopes that the grand opening of the DC USA complex will spur further neighborhood development that welcomes both retail while preserving local establishments. “I thank the residents for patiently dealing with the construction and traffic congestion during this process,” said Brown. “The opportunity to provide convenient, affordable shopping options within walking distance is the greatest reward.” It’s been years in the making and I am excited to see our residents take full advantage of what is now ours.”
Brown toured the new store which includes a Starbucks café and underground parking. Ready to shop, Councilmember Brown purchased a Nintendo Wii gaming console for his children. About DC USA: DC USA is a 540,000 square foot retail and entertainment complex being developed on the west side of 14th Street between Park Road and Irving Street in Columbia Heights. The dramatic three-story complex, anchored by the 2-level Target of approximately 180,000 square feet will include high quality specialty retailers, larger big box uses, restaurants and various other entertainment and recreational uses in an architecturally distinguished structure. Other large tenants will include Bed Bath & Beyond, Best Buy, Marshalls, Staples and Washington Sports Club. DC USA will enhance the shopping and entertainment opportunities currently available in the District. DC USA is a pedestrian-oriented retail destination where most of the stores will be entered directly from the street. The 4.9 acre site has 500 feet of frontage along 14th Street, 225 feet along Park Road and 500 feet along Irving Street.
BROWN REQUESTS PLAN TO MODERNIZE UDC
On Tuesday, March 4 at the Council’s 22nd legislative meeting, At-large Councilmember Kwame Brown introduced legislation to identify the facilities modernization needs for the University of the District of Columbia. The “University of the District of Columbia Campus Plan for Facilities Modernization Act of 2008,” would require UDC to develop a campus plan for the purposes of modernizing all of the facilities on its campus; construct a separate facility for the University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law and submit the campus plan to the Council within 120 days. “As we direct fund to rebuild our public school facilities, I believe we should also identify funds to modernize our public university, said Brown. “From pre-k to post graduate studies, all of our students should be provided with the optimal learning experience.” Brown hopes to modernize the University of the District of Columbia to motivate its current student body, attract new students and recognize individuals that contribute to its success. During fall 2007, Councilmember Brown introduced legislation to form a committee to name University of the District of Columbia (UDC) campus buildings after UDC graduates that have made significant contributions in their profession or on humanity, locally, nationally, or internationally. The “University of the District of Columbia Building Name Designation Act of 2007” requires the Mayor to assemble a committee for the purpose of nominating UDC graduates for recognition by name on all campus buildings.
BROWN RECOGNIZES THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF BLACK VETRANS; PAST AND PRESENT
On February 28, At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown, Chair of the Committee on Economic Development, joined the Veteran Affairs Medical Center staff, in celebrating the contributions of Black Veterans, past and present. The Councilmember will focus on the Veterans of Washington, DC, and their families. Councilmember-At-Large Kwame R. Brown will also recognize the staff of the Veteran Affairs Medical Center for their continuing service to all veterans.
“In celebrating Black History Month, we cannot, nor should not minimize the contributions of the men and women who have served our country with valor and distinction. As far back as the American Revolution and the heroic acts of Crispus Attucks, to the Buffalo Soldiers, Tuskegee Airmen and Dorie Miller, recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, our history of service to this country is well documented. However, I am also happy to be here today to also recognize with pride the contributions of District of Columbia veterans who have served in Vietnam, Persian Gulf, Afghanistan and Iraq. These are our current history makers”. At-Large Councilmember Kwame R. Brown also took this occasion to acknowledge the families of veterans for their courage and support, and the DC National Guard #275th Transportation Unit, the DC Chapter #958, Vietnam Veterans of American, and the DC Office of Veterans Affairs. With pride they have served and with gratitude we offer our thanks.
DISTRICT HOSTS 2008 CITYWIDE JOB FAIR TODAY
District Youth Will Also Register for the Summer Youth Employment Program
More than 150 employers from the private sector, non-profit organizations, as well as District Government and federal agencies are expected to attend Mayor Adrian M. Fenty’s 2008 Citywide Job Fair on Tuesday, March 11, 2008, from 11 am to 6 pm, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The event, sponsored by the DC Department of Human Resources (DCHR), in partnership with the DC Department of Employment Services (DOES), is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is not necessary. Job seekers are encouraged to bring extra copies of resumes. Young adults, interested in registering with the DOES Summer Youth Program, must submit a completed Summer Youth 2008 application form which can be accessed at DOES website and verification of their date of birth, social security number, and District residency. For additional information on the Job Fair, visit DCHR website or call (202) 442-9700. REGISTER YOUR CHILDREN FOR DPR SUMMER CAMPS 2008! Registration for DPR Summer Camps is now open. The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) offers a diverse array of exciting urban recreation and camping opportunities for youth ages 3 to17; including sports camps, aquatic camps, therapeutic camps, and other day camps. DPR also offers Discovery Camps for youth ages 6 to 13, and Little Explorers Camps for youth ages 3 to 5. Camp Riverview is DPR’s premier overnight residential camp located on the shores of the Potomac River in Scotland, MD.
DPR has partnered with the District Department of Employment Services to host a number of exciting teen and specialty camps. Before and After Care will be available at many camp locations from 8 am – 9 am and 5 pm – 6 pm. The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Summer Camps 2008 will run June 23 – August 15, 2008, Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm. All camps will be closed on Friday, July 4. Some camps may have special events and trips beyond regular hours.
For more information or questions, contact DPR’s Camp Central Office at (202) 671-0295 or DPRcamps@dc.gov.
DC PUBLIC LIBRARY CELEBRATES WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH
Women's Art: Women's Vision March is Women's History Month and the District of Columbia Public Library celebrates Women's Art: Women's Vision, the national theme set by the National Women's History Project, with a series of programs planned to showcase the talents and contributions of women through visual arts.
The Art Division proudly presents an exhibition of 18 local artists in celebration of Women’s History Month. See works of art from Sondra N. Arkin, Brenda Bates-Clark, Jody Bergstresser, Anne Bouie, Ozlem Colbert, Aziza Claudia Gibson-Hunter, Kristen Hayes, Karen Hubacher, Dana Ellyn, Serinity Knight, Regina Miele, Naomi Morgulis, Sonia Pak-Gallegos, Kelly Song, Desiree Sterbini, Ann Williams, Adjua Williams and Elnora Wilson.
Opening Reception:
Wednesday, March 5, 2008, 6:30 pm
Second Floor, West Lobby.
For more information, call (202) 727-1291.
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