Happy New Year Members and Friends,
As we informed you in November 2017, the Comprehensive Plan revision is poised to affect every neighborhood in the city. It is not too late to participate and let your voice be heard. The Office of Planning recently submitted an Amended Comprehensive Plan Framework to the DC Council. Here are a few ways for you to get involved:
1. Join the DC Grassroots Planning Coalition
Sign up for updates here.
Attend A Coalition Action Meeting
(Note: the Coalition typically meets every second Saturday from 1:30-4:00pm at a rotating location.)
Saturday, February 10th
2:00-4:00pm
Southwest Neighborhood Library
900 Wesley Pl, SW
Saturday, March 10th
1:30-4:00pm
Southwest Neighborhood Library
Coalition City Council Action Days
Tuesday, February 20th
Meet in the first floor lobby at 11:00am – 1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW
The Day will include attendance at the Committee of the Whole, catching/talking to Council members and their staff in the halls, and pre-scheduled visits/walk around in the afternoon. More details as the plans are set.
Agency Oversight Hearings for Office of Planning & Zoning
Wednesday, February 28th
Starting sometime after 10:00am (they are the 3rd and 4th agencies on the list)
500, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
This schedule could change, but please mark your calendar and plan to be there. Talking points will be provided at the February 10th Coalition meeting.
2. Attend the DC Council Hearing on the Comprehensive Plan
Tuesday, March 20th
Time TBD, 1350 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
The Chairman has shared that he will hold a hearing; the announcement has not officially come out yet. Mark your calendar and help us pack the room!