ADVISORY NEIGHBORHOOD
COMMISSION 1B
Government of the
Minutes
Thursday, December 6, 2007, 7 PM, 1200 U
Street NW
The regular monthly meeting of ANC1B was held on Thursday, December 6,
2007, at 7:00 p.m. in the
Commissioner Moss called meeting to order without a quorum at 7:12
p.m., and called for introductions and announcements.
Commissioner Conklin announced that the property at 2400 14th
Street has been purchased from Level 2 by UDR. There will be a meeting in
January to learn more about the plans for the property.
Commissioner Spalding announced that CSNA will hold its December
meeting and Holiday Party on Thursday, December 13 at 7pm at Vinoteca located
at 1940 11th Street.
Commissioner Nadeau made the following announcements:
·
Verizon
Community Affairs Representative sent a letter to the Commission providing
contact information to the Commissioners. Commissioner Nadeau has it on file
for any Commissioners who would like it.
·
The
National Capital Framework Plan will hold a public information meeting to get
opinions from the public on December 11 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at 401 9th
Street, NW, Suite 500, North Lobby.
·
The
Commission has received the 2006 Comprehensive Plan for the National Capital:
District Elements. Commissioner Nadeau will make it available to the public
upon request.
·
The Commission
received notice of filing from the zoning commission related to amending the
zoning map for the property at 715-727 T Street, NW. A notice of hearing will
be announced in the public register.
·
The
Commission received notice of community hearings on Washington Gas Light
Company rate increases. The hearings
will be held Thursday, December 6, 10 am, 241 42nd Street NE;
Saturday, December 8, 11 am 400 I Street, SW; Monday December 10 6pm, 1333 H
Street, NW, Hearing Room 7th Floor.
·
The
Commission received a copy of the District of Columbia Departmetn of Housing
and Community Development’s Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation
Report for Fiscal Year 2007. It will be kept on file.
·
The
Commission received a copy of the 14th Street Transportation and
Streetscape Study. It will be kept on
file.
Commissioner Mathews announced the Pleasant Plains Holiday Party will
be held Saturday, December 8 from 10-2 at the Banneker Recreation Center
Commissioner Moss announced that the DC Council Finance and Revenue
Committee held a hearing to discuss funding for the Broadcast Partners
development and that further hearings would be held to support this
development. Additionally, the board
will have a decision on the development of the WMATA parcels at the end of the
month.
Commissioner Smith mentioned that there have been a number of community
meetings held about the recent crime wave.
They Mayor has authorized $3 Million to assist with this, with $1.8
designated to assist with police activity and shot spotters, and $1.2
designated for community organizations for preventive work. More information
can be found at http://www.commissionersmith.com
Mr. Tarek Bolder, Ward 1 Planner announced there will be a Neighborhood
Investment Fund meeting seeking community input for projects. It will be held on Wednesday, December 12
from 6:30 – 8:30 at Harriet Tubman Elementary School.
Mr. Patrick Nelson from the 3D Police Department announced the Toys for
Tots drive. They are trying to collect 25 gifts for girls and 25 gifts for boys
ages 6-12. Gifts can by dropped off at
the V Street police department through December 12.
At this point in the meeting a quorum was reached.
The minutes were approved unanimously.
Commissioner Nadeau announced that she does not intend to seek an
officer position in 2008.
Commissioner Conklin gave the following treasurer’s report:
The Quarterly Allotment is being withheld due to missing grant
receipts. Each commissioner will receive
a detailed letter. The Commission will
review it in January.
Commissioner Conklin moved that the Commission approve consulting
expenses in the amount of $200 for Nikki Akinyeye. Commissioner Spalding seconded the
motion. The motion was adopted 6-0.
Commissioner Conklin moved that the Commission approve secretary
expenses in the amount of $102.
Commissioner Moss seconded the motion.
The motion was adopted 6-0.
Commissioner Conklin moved that the Commission approve the August 2007
report. Commissioner Spalding seconded
the motion. The motion was adopted 6-0.
Commissioner Conklin moved that the Commission approve the September
2007 report. Commissioner Nadeau
seconded the motion. The motion was
adopted 6-0.
Commissioner Conklin moved that the Commission approve the October 2007
report. Commissioner Spalding seconded
the motion. The motion was adopted 6-0.
Commissioner Conklin moved that the Commission approve the 2007 4th
Quarter report. Commissioner Spalding
seconded the motion. The motion was
adopted 6-0.
Commissioner Conklin announced that the Commission has given out
$11,000 in grants, 7 grants in total.
She has received paperwork for only 2 of these, and Commissioner Moss
provided paperwork for 1 grant at the meeting, with 1 outstanding.
Commissioner Conklin announced that she will not seek the office of
treasurer in 2008.
Commissioner Moss announced that the Commission will continue its
search for office space to hold all of our files and to serve as work space for
our administrative assistant. The Commission will begin interviewing candidates
shortly.
Commissioner Moss announced that there will be a Vacancy Election for
seat 1B11 during the regularly scheduled January meeting. The election will take place form 7:15 –
8:15. Commissioner Moss drew names for
the ballot order. Margot Hope Horner
will be first on the ballot and Jomari Peterson will be second.
Commission Business
Commissioner Spalding provided an update on pending ABC license applications & renewals: Commissioner Moss has still not heard from Queen Makeda, Commissioner Spalding has sent them a sample voluntary agreement and security plan; The Commission has protested both Asmara and Nafka, Commissioner Spalding has prepared a standard voluntary agreement, both restaurants have submitted security plans. Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission approve the voluntary agreement. Commissioner Moss seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 7-0.; The license of El Paraiso has been suspended for serving to minors; Commissioner Hunter just concluded a mediation with 11 Market, the results are unknown; Our letter regarding the International Grill entertainment endorsement did not indicate a protest, so Commissioners Spalding and Nadeau have followed up with clarification; The protest for Manchester Bar was completed, and the license was approved, despite the fact that it is a completely residential block; Republic Garden has been closed and there is no news on the license; Ulah Bistro should open this month; the protest on 7 days grocery is complete and we are awaiting the decision.
The Commission heard a presentation from Eric Colbert regarding “Utopia,” a development at the southwest corner of 14th and U, which is in Ward 2. There will be 250 units and 7000 square feet of retail, with 30 affordable units. They have made a presentation to ANC2B and are incorporating comments from them as well as the Dupont Conservancy. The Commission heard concerns from residents of Wallach Place as well.
Commissioner Spalding explained that there are different rules for Class A and Class B liquor store licenses, which prevent Class B establishments from holding wine tastings. Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission write a letter asking ABRA to amend title 23, chapter 711 to include Class B licenses, with the process including public notice and review of the restrictions. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that
the Commission support the renewal of Polly’s CT01 license and substantial
change to operating hours. Commissioner
Conklin seconded the motion. The motion
was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the application
of Marvin’s substantial change to occupancy.
Commissioner Smith seconded the motion.
The motion was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of
Marvin’s CT02 license. Commissioner
Conklin seconded the motion. The motion
was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Moss moved that the Commission support the renewal of
Town’s CN04 license. Commissioner
Spalding seconded the motion. The motion
was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of
Bar Nun’s CN01 license. Commissioner Conklin
seconded the motion. The motion was
adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of
Black Cat’s CN04 license. Commissioner
Smith seconded the motion. The motion
was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of
DC9’s CN01 license. Commissioner Conklin
seconded the motion. The motion was
adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of
Mahogony’s CN03 license and CT02 license.
Commissioner Smith seconded the motion.
The motion was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission write to the ABC board
requesting notification when the Republic Gardens license reappears from
safekeeping, ANC1B should be notified and given the opportunity to reconsider
renewal.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of
Cue Bar’s CT01 license. Commissioner
Moss seconded the motion. The motion was
adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of Etete’s
CT01 license. Commissioner Moss seconded
the motion. The motion was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of Solly’s CT01 license.
Commissioner Nadeau seconded the motion.
The motion was adopted 7-0.
The Commission heard from the owner of Tabaq and the residents of
Wallach place. Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission protest the
renewal of Tabaq’s CT03 license as well as the entertainment endorsement on the
basis of peace, order and quiet.
Commissioner Conklin seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Smith moved that the Commission support the renewal of Bar
Nun’s CN01 license on the basis of peace, order and quiet. Commissioner Moss seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 6-1 with Commissioner
Mathews dissenting.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of
Jin’s CT02 license. Commissioner Moss
seconded the motion. The motion was
adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Moss
moved that the Commission protest the renewal of
Smarta/Broadway’s CN01 license on the basis of peace, order and quiet. Commissioner Smith seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 7-0.
Commissioner Spalding moved that the Commission support the renewal of Velvet
Lounge’s CT02 license. Commissioner
Conklin seconded the motion. The motion
was adopted 7-0.
The Commissioner considered a grant application from Root, Inc. Commissioner Moss moved that the Commission
support the grant in the amount of $2,000.
Commissioner Akinmboni seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 5-2 with Commissioners
Conklin and Spalding dissenting.
The Commissioner considered a grant application from 3D CAC. Commissioner Moss moved that the Commission
support the grant in the amount of $2,000.
Commissioner Akinmboni seconded the motion. The Motion was adopted 5-2 with Commissioners
Conklin and Spalding dissenting.
Commissioner Moss introduced the African American Holiday Association
grant application, and explained that the applicants had attempted to submit
the grant in October to comply with the consideration schedule. Commissioner Conklin mentioned that this was
one of the grants from 2006 that had paperwork lost in transition, etc. and
that it was still being resolved.
Commissioner Moss moved that the Commission suspend its rules to
consider the application. Commissioner
Smith seconded the motion. The motion
was adopted 4-2-1 with Commissioners Conklin and Spalding dissenting and
Commissioner Nadeau abstaining. Commissioner Moss moved that the Commission
support the grant in the amount of $1,000. Commissioner Smith seconded the
motion. The motion was adopted 4-2-1
with Commissioners Conklin and Spalding dissenting and Commissioner Nadeau
abstaining.
Commissioner Smith introduced the Mentoring Works 2, Inc. grant
application. Commissioner Smith moved that
the Commission suspend its rules to consider the application. Commissioner Moss seconded the motion. The motion was adopted 5-1-1 with
Commissioner Conklin dissenting and Commissioner Spalding Abstaining. Commissioner Smith moved that the Commission
support the grant in the amount of $1,500.
Commissioner Mathews seconded the motion. Commissioner Conklin reminded the Commission
that Commissioner Smith’s last two grant applications had also been adopted by
suspension of the rules, and that we needed to follow the guidelines set out by
the Commission. The motion was adopted 5-2 with Commissioners Conklin and
Spalding dissenting.
Commissioner Moss reviewed the grant application from the Metropolitan
Baptist Concert Series on behalf of Commissioner Hunter. Commissioner Moss
moved that the Commission support the grant in the amount of $2,000.
Commissioner Smith seconded the motion.
Commissioner Conklin noted that this is one of the grants that did not
have the proper paperwork from 2006. She
indicated that she believed the receipts are on the possession of Commissioner
Hunter. Commissioner Spalding noted that
the Commission’s district allotment was being withheld due to the fact that the
receipts had not been delivered to the treasurer as of yet. The motion was adopted 4-3 with Commissioners
Conklin, Spalding and Nadeau dissenting.
The Commission heard a presentation from Jason Clark about a public art
project. He is looking for space in the
district for this permanent exhibit as part of a grant. The design is a tree
made of recycled rebar and copper.
The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m.