The November 1st DCCA Membership Meeting was dedicated to a discussion about the 17th Street re-design. Councilmember Brooke Pinto attended for the first half hour and answered member's questions about the bike lane and encouraged DCCA to work with her on measures to improve safety.

DCCA passed a resolution from the floor by majority vote, which called for the removal of the counterflow bike lanes between Massachusetts Avenue and S Street. We are posting a helpful document that has some good ideas for how to build protected bike lanes (PBLs) that work for pedestrians.

For the last part of the meeting, ANC Commissioner Mike Silverstein joined us for a discussion of the potential redistricting maps, which had been released that day. All three discussion maps move some parts of north Dupont Circle from Ward 2 to Ward 1. DCCA is opposed to these this change. President Susan Volman testified at the November 5^th hearing of the DC Subcommittee on Redistricting, focusing on the negative effects of this change on DCCA.

To read the resolution, the ideas for how to safely build PBLs, and/or DCCA testimony on redistricting click here.

The next membership meeting will be held on Monday December 6^th. The Executive Directors of Historic Dupont Circle Main Streets, Bill McLeod, and the Dupont Circle BID, Colleen Hawkinson, will join us for a discussion of the state of businesses in Dupont and their perspectives on recovery from the pandemic.

Not a member? Click here to join - annual memberships start as low $15.

The Mayor's Office is reminding residents that:

Children 5 to 11 years old are now eligible to get vaccinated. The vaccine is safe and lowers the chance of children getting and spreading COVID-19. The vaccine is 90% effective at preventing symptoms of COVID-19. Children will receive a smaller dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine than adolescents and adults, approximately one-third the dose that people 12 and older get.

Booster shots are now available for residents who are over 65 years of age; 18 years and older with an underlying medical condition; a resident of a Long-Term Care Facility; or 18-64 years of age with increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional settings AND received your second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine on or before May 8, 2021.

Booster shots are now available for residents who are 18 and older and received a Johnson and Johnson vaccination on or before September 8, 2021.

This year, DDOT will plant nearly 8,000 trees across the District. DDOT’s goal is to increase DC’s tree canopy to 40% by 2032.

(a) Request a new tree on your street using dc.gov or calling 311

(b) For a new yard tree, review the RiverSmart Homes Program with the Department of Energy and Environment and Casey Trees.

Residents who’ve already planted a tree at home may be eligible for a rebate through the RiverSmart Homes Program.

Check out DDOT's tree watering app to find newly-planted trees on your street. Urban Forestry has a new website where you can find maps, apps, and activities to learn about trees in your neighborhood and all across the District.

To learn what trees will be planted on particular streets, please visit DDOT’s tree planting map. To learn more about the type of trees that DDOT plants, please visit District’s Diverse Canopy Map.

We know your thoughts on basting that Thanksgiving Turkey but as you think ahead to the Black Friday shopping rush consider stocking up at some neighborhood marts:

Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center's Hanukkah Holiday Market will include handmade goods, holiday cards to jewelry to baked goods. The market will take over the whole building, musical performances will be featured and hot chocolate & food will be available in the parking lot! 

Tickets are $6 and can be purchased in advance or at the door.

The Heurich House Museum’s Christkindlmarkt is back in person this year. Holiday shoppers will stroll through a festive market featuring local craftspeople and artisans the market will also highlight the Brewing Co.’s Senate Beer, with tastings.

Ticket prices range from $2-1$16 with discounts for early purchase. Click here to learn more.

Saturday, December 4th, 2021 from 12:00-5:00 p.m.

Historic Dupont Circle Main Streets presents its 5th Annual Holiday Pop-Up. This event co-locates artists and makers in front of retail shops around Dupont so you can also check out fine art, imported food, shoes, etc. as you stroll. Plus, Dupont Circle has 110 restaurants to warm up when you need a hot toddy or to take a break!

As you carve (pun inteneded!) out your Thanskgiving plans - consider leaving room on the schedule to help those in need:

Comedy Down at Dupont Underground Series brings comedians from all over the world. The shows helps support the Dupont Underground and things art in DC. To learn more about the bi-weekly showcase and read about COVID protocols for events.about the event and purchase tickets which range from Free to $15 click here.

Where to Dine Out on Thanksgiving - LINK

The War Of The Wards: Everything You Need To Know About Redistricting In D.C. - LINK

D.C. Officials And Lawmakers Clash Over Efforts To Clear Homeless Encampments - LINK